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In Cuba, art has always been something that has characterized Cubans. In our people, great personalities have been formed in all areas of the arts, so Cubans are very closely tied to everything that means creation and beauty. In Old Havana, a sample of this expression can be found almost without searching, since its streets are informal open-air galleries where art is not enclosed, but shown in every corner. Here, talent is not a luxury but an essential part of Cuban identity.
There is no need to search too much, since inspiration appears on its own while walking through the streets. It shows up just as much in a small shop, in the doorway of a house, in the graffiti and paintings on worn-out walls, or in the sculptures that rise in squares and parks. Art here is not a luxury nor an ornament, it is part of daily life.
In the streets of Havana, artists are not only in the official halls and the large galleries but on every corner. On many occasions, the appearance of the streets, sometimes faded and worn, is filled with color thanks to the talent of local creators, who often leave their work as a gift for the communities where they live and have their workshops.
Everywhere, in the corner we least imagine, we find a piece that reminds us that Cuban talent is in that improvisation and creativity that does not need great resources but only inspiration. I am always amazed at the way artists turn any space into a form of expression.
Lately, Old Havana has become a privileged place to enjoy Cuban culture, and not only for those of us who live on the island but also for foreign visitors. The great diversity of spaces allows creators to exhibit their works in craft fairs, small galleries, improvised shops or in the doorways of houses.
Old Havana is proof that Cuban art is not limited but rather expands and is shared, and that is one of the things that makes this place unique.
I hope you have enjoyed the tour and that, like me, you have had the opportunity to be surprised by the talent and art in our streets.
Cheers, and until next time.
Versión en Español
En Cuba el arte es siempre algo que ha caracterizado a los cubanos, en nuestro pueblo se han formado grandes personalidades en todos los ámbitos de las artes, por lo que los cubanos estamos muy ligado a todo lo que signifiquen creación y belleza. En la Habana Vieja una muestra de esta expresión podemos encontrarla casi sin buscar ya que sus calles son galerías informales al aire libre donde el arte no se encierra, sino que se muestra en cada rincón. Aquí el talento no es un lujo sino una parte esencial de la identidad cubana.
No hace falta buscar demasiado, ya que la inspiración aparece sola al andar por las calles. Lo mismo aparece en una tienda pequeña, en el portal de una vivienda, en los grafitis y pinturas de muros desgastados, o en las esculturas que se levantan en plazas y parques. El arte aquí no es un lujo ni un adorno, es parte de la vida diaria
En las calles habaneras los artistas no están solo en los salones oficiales y en las grandes galerías sino en cada esquina. En muchas ocasiones la vistosidad de las calles, a veces descoloridas y desgastadas, se llena de color gracias al talento de los creadores locales, los que muchas veces suelen dejar su obra como regalo para las comunidades donde viven y tienen sus talleres.
Por todas partes, en el rincón que menos nos imaginamos, encontramos una obra que nos recuerda que el talento cubano está en esa improvisación y creatividad que no necesita grandes recursos sino solo inspiración. Siempre me maravillo con la manera en que los artistas convierten cualquier espacio en un modo de expresión.
Últimamente la Habana Vieja se ha convertido en un lugar privilegiado para disfrutar de la cultura cubana, y no solamente para los que vivimos en la isla sino para los visitantes extranjeros. La gran diversidad de espacios permite que los creadores exhiban sus obras en ferias de artesanías, pequeñas galerías, tiendas improvisadas, o en portales de viviendas.
La Habana Vieja es la prueba de que el arte cubano no se limita, sino que se expande y se comparte y eso es una de las cosas que hace de este sitio un lugar único.
Espero que hayan disfrutado el recorrido y que como yo hayan tenido la oportunidad de sorprenderse por el talento y el arte en nuestras calles.
Un Saludo, y hasta la próxima.
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Oh there's also graffiti wall in Cuba. Is it also part of their culture or history?
Yes, lately you can see a lot of graffiti. There was a time when they weren’t very common and were even frowned upon, but street art has become quite popular, especially in the area of Old Havana.
I see. It’s almost like Italy too because of the graffiti. An art indeed.
Beautiful post,, old havana really looks like a living open air gallery.The colors murals and street art you shared show how creativity is part of everyday life there..
The arts seem to be quite alive. Your entire blog is good too.
Llevo años sin transitar por estas calles y es un deleite descubrir estos nuevos colores que le inundan. ¡Gracias por permitirnos caminar en tu compañía!
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