In 2023, as editor of Jot Down, I had the opportunity to visit Arteuparte gallery to interview Paul Lataburu, an exceptional artist, designer and gallerist. During the interview, Paul shared with me the difficult decision to stop publishing the magazine Arteuparte: “So after thirty issues and fourteen years, the time has come to make one last issue 31 and celebrate it with everyone who has been part of the project.” This news marked a crucial moment, but also the beginning of a new adventure. Inspired by the untapped potential and our shared vision on art and culture, we decided not to let the project disappear into oblivion. A year after we met, Arteuparte is reborn under the new title Arteuparte by Jot Down with the number 31+1.
This revival is more than a continuation; It is an evolution and expansion of Arteuparte’s legacy. The new magazine joins the Jot Down set of mastheads. Arteuparte by Jot Down It is presented not only as an heir to the artistic vision of its predecessor but as a renewed head to explore the intersection of art with other areas of culture and technology. At a time when information is conditioned by algorithms and digital immediacy, our commitment to continuing printing on paper is more relevant than ever. Paper as a medium offers a tangible and reflective experience, which invites slow and deep reading, free of distractions and information overload from screens. This conscious choice highlights the importance of preserving quality and permanence in the age of ephemerality. Paper allows each page to be a space of contemplation, where art and words meet in a physical dimension that algorithms cannot replicate. So, Arteuparte by Jot Down not only preserves a classic format of cultural consumption, but also reaffirms the value of authenticity and personal connection with the content each reader consumes.
Therefore, the magazine Arteuparte, a pioneer for its way of making alternative culture and creativity visible, emerges more strongly with the complicity of Jot Down. This collaboration signals an exciting rebirth and reinvention of Arteuparte, which promises to continue being a bastion for lovers of art in all its forms. Since its conception, Arteuparte has dedicated itself to exploring and celebrating creativity in its many manifestations, from painting and sculpture to music and design. With the support of Jot Down, Arteuparte expands its vision to encompass even more the spectrum of contemporary art and culture, without abandoning the local that is now multiplying. In the prologue of this first issue (31+1) of the new stage, Iban Petit invokes the vision of a “utopia” that allows art to be shared and valued in all its expressions. This vision is materialized in the new stage of the magazine, which not only aims to be a space for the exhibition of art but also a forum for dialogue and reflection on how art affects us, transforms us and takes us to unexpected places.
The first number of Arteuparte by Jot Down features contributions from artists and thinkers who are redefining the cultural landscape. Characters like Elisa Talentino and Edurne Ormazábal or collectives like Spectrum among others, offer their unique voices to explore topics ranging from the influence of technology on art to the importance of physical and digital space in artistic creation. The fusion of Arteuparte with Jot Down is not just a combination of two names, but the creation of an unprecedented space for the appreciation of art and culture in the digital age. Through its pages, the magazine strives to be a constant reminder that the extraordinary can be found in the everyday, inviting its readers to see the world with fresh eyes and value every moment of fleeting beauty.
Illustration, that vibrant and expressive field of visual art, receives a prominent space in the new stage of Arteuparte by Jot Down. This issue stands out for its firm commitment to illustration, becoming an outstanding platform for both emerging and established illustrators. Through its pages, the magazine not only showcases visually striking works but also explores the creative process and narratives that each artist brings to their work. From subtle watercolors to bold digital works, Arteuparte by Jot Down becomes a showcase for the diversity and richness of contemporary illustration, underscoring its crucial role in shaping visual culture and communicating complex ideas in an accessible and emotionally resonant way. This commitment to illustration reflects a broader belief in the power of visual art to connect and communicate, making each edition an ongoing visual dialogue with its readers.
Arteuparte by Jot Down, with the sponsorship of the Donostia International Physics Center (DIPC), makes a determined commitment to exploring the fascinating intersections between art and science. This approach is vividly manifested in the outstanding coverage of the photographic work of Jose Conceptes about the new Hyperion supercomputer. The images captured by Conceptes not only document a technological milestone, but also transform this scientific breakthrough into a work of visual art. His ability to capture the complex aesthetics and impressive magnitude of Hyperion challenges traditional boundaries between disciplines, offering readers a unique perspective where technology meets artistic creativity. This approach symbolizes the magazine’s commitment to illuminating how science can influence and enrich the art world, providing an enriching dialogue between two fields that, although distinct, share the pursuit of truth and beauty.
Arteuparte by Jot Down It also has the collaboration of the Tabakalera International Center for Contemporary Culture, a space dedicated to innovation and cultural creation. This alliance enriches the magazine with perspectives and content that reflect the cutting edge of contemporary art and culture. Tabakalera, as a nerve center of creativity and experimentation in Donostia-San Sebastián, brings to our pages an additional dimension of dialogue between various artistic and cultural disciplines. This collaboration underlines the commitment of Arteuparte by Jot Down expanding creative horizons and fostering an environment in which art and culture can thrive together, offering readers a window into the most innovative trends on the global cultural landscape.
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