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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

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FLEXIBILITY ACCROSS PROGRAMS

From short-term blocks to a full three-year training, Metàfora offers programs that adapt to every artist’s needs and goals.

CORE CURRICULUM WITH ELECTIVES

A balanced mix of core activities—like critiques and tutorials—and elective workshops in diverse techniques ensures both structure and freedom.

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END-OF-BLOCK PRESENTATIONS

Each term culminates in presentations or exhibitions, giving students real-world experience in showcasing their work.

INTERNATIONAL ART COMMUNITY

Students join a diverse, global network of peers, fostering collaboration, cultural exchange, and lifelong connections.

Art trip to Madrid

Metàfora’s one-year students enjoy an exciting 3-day art trip to Madrid each March, coinciding with ARCO, one of Europe’s largest international art fairs. Curated by in-house tutors, the trip immerses students in Madrid’s dynamic art scene through events like Open Studios, gallery festivals, and alternative fairs, while also allowing free time to visit iconic institutions like the Museo Reina Sofia and the Prado. A highlight of the year, this low-budget experience is included in the fees for Academic and Calendar Year students, with a small fee for others who wish to join.

Dates: 6-8 March, 2025

Metàfora offers transport, accommodation as well as art routes given by our in-house tutors.

The price of the trip is included for all students staying on the course for 1 year, or longer.

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PROGRAM OUTLINE

6 weeks. Perfect for a quick creative boost, these modular blocks let students explore workshops, develop projects and experience Barcelona’s vibrant art scene.

Ideal for those seeking a deeper immersion, these programs balance structured learning with hands-on exploration and portfolio development.

A full year of artistic growth, combining workshops, exhibitions and personalized guidance to refine your skills and vision.

Designed for aspiring professionals, this pathway takes students through a transformative process of technical mastery, conceptual development and career preparation.

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COURSE DATES

BLOCK 4

3rd of March to the 10th of April, 2025

BLOCK 5

22nd of April to the 1st June, 2025

1 SEMESTER

20th January to the 1st June, 2025

CALENDAR YEAR

20th January to the 29th November, 2025

ACADEMIC YEAR

8th September, 2025 to the 29th May, 2026

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STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

ABOUT THE METÀFORA STUDIO ARTS PROGRAM

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Metàfora is an independent, multidisciplinary art school situated in Barcelona. Our adaptable 3-year Studio Arts Program operates in Blocks, commencing multiple times throughout the year. Prospective students have the opportunity to enroll in the course for durations ranging from a few weeks to a maximum of 3 years.

Distinguished for its international character, Metàfora conducts all art classes and workshops in English. Each full-time student is provided with a dedicated studio space within a historical complex in the heart of Barcelona. Our faculty comprises esteemed practicing artists who exhibit actively both locally and on the global stage. Explore the artists we collaborate with to gain insight into our vibrant community.

The Studio Arts Program at Metàfora emphasizes hands-on engagement with various materials, offering a diverse array of classes encompassing different tools and techniques. From clay sculpting and welding to screen printing, installation, performance, and weekly life drawing sessions, our curriculum is rich and varied.

Take a look at the classes scheduled for 2023-24 to discover the breadth of our offerings. Students at Metàfora are encouraged to immerse themselves in Barcelona’s art scene, fostering connections with gallerists, curators, and other cultural leaders. They also have opportunities to showcase their work in numerous art gallery exhibitions across the city each semester.