The Royal Academy of Fine Arts of San Fernando in Madrid regularly presents a variety of exhibitions. These showcases complement its renowned collection, offering fresh insights into art, from historic works to modern Spanish masters. This page helps you understand the types of exhibitions typically presented and how to plan your visit around them.
Honoring her four-decade career in innovative printmaking and expanded graphics.
This exhibition at the San Fernando Fine Arts Museum celebrates Elena Jiménez's impactful work as the National Graphic Arts Award winner. Explore her innovative techniques in printmaking and her significant contributions to expanded graphic arts.
Elena Jiménez Exhibition
Exploring the musical legacy of Francisco Guerrero through his students.
This colloquium delves into the distinct compositional journeys of prominent Spanish composers David del Puerto and Jesús Rueda. Discover how their careers have been shaped by the influential teaching of Francisco Guerrero. Learn about their contributions to contemporary music.
Colloquium Details
Featuring ensembles from Madrid's Royal Conservatory of Music.
Experience a captivating program highlighting classical compositions by Debussy, Granados, Falla, and Shostakovich. This concert explores vivid contrasts in musical style and emotional depth.
En blanco y negro Concert
Explore the profound ideas behind Torner's pictorial works.
Join us for the presentation of Rafael Herrera Guillén's book, offering a philosophical interpretation of Gustavo Torner's art. This essay delves into how Torner explores meaning, time, and existence through his unique visual ethics. Understand the balance between his constructive rigor and poetic sensibility.
Book Presentation
New insights into Goya's art and ties to Northern Spain.
The San Fernando Fine Arts Museum presents 'Goya a Luz del Norte,' a research book by leading experts. It offers new scholarship on Francisco de Goya's art, exploring his connections to Asturias and Cantabria and contributions to art history.
Goya a Luz del Norte
Witness his prints, paintings, and restored copper plates on display.
Delve into Goya's profound shift from traditional art to critical social commentary. This exhibition features his graphic and pictorial creations, including the complete set of restored copper plates for his famous print series.
Goya Exhibition
A profound artistic dialogue on the human condition and societal issues.
This exhibition draws connections between Francisco de Goya's 'Disparates' series and Lita Cabellut's contemporary art. Explore how both artists confront themes of human experience and societal complexities. Discover their unique perspectives and artistic languages in this insightful journey.
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Showcasing powerful portraits and Spanish life from the Academy's collection.
Discover Nicolás Muller's significant photography career, from his acclaimed portraits of intellectuals to his extensive documentation of Spain. This exhibition provides a unique look at 20th-century Spanish visual culture through his lens.
Nicolás Muller ExhibitionHonoring her four-decade career in innovative printmaking and expanded graphics.
This exhibition at the San Fernando Fine Arts Museum celebrates Elena Jiménez's impactful work as the National Graphic Arts Award winner. Explore her innovative techniques in printmaking and her significant contributions to expanded graphic arts.
Elena Jiménez ExhibitionExploring the musical legacy of Francisco Guerrero through his students.
This colloquium delves into the distinct compositional journeys of prominent Spanish composers David del Puerto and Jesús Rueda. Discover how their careers have been shaped by the influential teaching of Francisco Guerrero. Learn about their contributions to contemporary music.
Colloquium DetailsFeaturing ensembles from Madrid's Royal Conservatory of Music.
Experience a captivating program highlighting classical compositions by Debussy, Granados, Falla, and Shostakovich. This concert explores vivid contrasts in musical style and emotional depth.
En blanco y negro ConcertExplore the profound ideas behind Torner's pictorial works.
Join us for the presentation of Rafael Herrera Guillén's book, offering a philosophical interpretation of Gustavo Torner's art. This essay delves into how Torner explores meaning, time, and existence through his unique visual ethics. Understand the balance between his constructive rigor and poetic sensibility.
Book PresentationNew insights into Goya's art and ties to Northern Spain.
The San Fernando Fine Arts Museum presents 'Goya a Luz del Norte,' a research book by leading experts. It offers new scholarship on Francisco de Goya's art, exploring his connections to Asturias and Cantabria and contributions to art history.
Goya a Luz del NorteWitness his prints, paintings, and restored copper plates on display.
Delve into Goya's profound shift from traditional art to critical social commentary. This exhibition features his graphic and pictorial creations, including the complete set of restored copper plates for his famous print series.
Goya ExhibitionA profound artistic dialogue on the human condition and societal issues.
This exhibition draws connections between Francisco de Goya's 'Disparates' series and Lita Cabellut's contemporary art. Explore how both artists confront themes of human experience and societal complexities. Discover their unique perspectives and artistic languages in this insightful journey.
View Exhibition DetailsShowcasing powerful portraits and Spanish life from the Academy's collection.
Discover Nicolás Muller's significant photography career, from his acclaimed portraits of intellectuals to his extensive documentation of Spain. This exhibition provides a unique look at 20th-century Spanish visual culture through his lens.
Nicolás Muller Exhibition
Featuring acclaimed young musicians performing works by Brahms, Turina, Dvořák.
Experience a special evening of classical and chamber music presented by the Korean Cultural Center. This annual cycle highlights emerging talents performing beloved compositions in a prestigious setting. The program features celebrated piano quartets and biographical details for each artist.
Classical Music Concert
Exploring critical Spanish Pop Art and its societal impact.
Witness the screening of 'Equipo Crónica. Arte de trinchera', a documentary exploring the significant Spanish art collective. Discover their unique Pop Art style, which blended mass media with classical history to offer sharp social critiques during the Franco dictatorship. The film examines their enduring legacy.
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Featuring selected works from the Royal Academy's extensive photography collection.
Delve into Ricard Terré's unique vision at this captivating photography exhibition. Explore a curated selection of his profound works from the Academy's collection, complemented by archival materials. This insightful show runs until December 14, 2025.
Ricard Terré Exhibition
Explore a master of the Barcelona School's works from the collection.
Delve into the legacy of Oriol Maspons, a prominent photographer who captured Spain's changing landscape. This exhibition features iconic photographs and rare archival materials from the Royal Academy's collection.
Oriol Maspons ExhibitionExplore diverse art, history, and cultural programs showcased throughout the city.
Explore the dynamic world of museum exhibitions in Madrid, featuring a variety of artistic and historical programs. Uncover engaging cultural showcases throughout the city's distinguished venues. Find your next inspiring art or cultural experience in Madrid.
