Study art for an Academic Year
or for a Calendar Year

Metàfora’s Studio Arts Program is a flexible art program made up of modular blocks which start multiple times a year, allowing students to begin with a 6-week block and extend up to 3 Years.

Students taking the one year program can enter at foundation (Year 1) or advanced level (Year 2).

	Academic Year	Calendar Year
Start dates	Monday 9th September, 2024	Monday 20th January, 2025
Early Bird Discount dates		5th December (20% Discount)*
End date 1 year	Sunday 1st June, 2025	Thursday 27th November, 2025
End date 3 years	Thursday 27th May, 2027	Thursday 25th November, 2027

*All students who pay their course fees early will automatically receive a 20% Early Bird Discount

Dates Fees & Discounts Scheduled classes A Typical Week on the program SIGN UP!

COURSE INFORMATION

What to expect from the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

Included in the Studio Arts Program:

Choose between weekly drawing and painting classes
Choose workshops in printing techniques, sculpture, performance, installation, and many more techniques
Weekly tutorials for all students
Artwork presentations every 6 weeks
Off campus exhibition opportunities every block
Open studio exhibitions
Artist Residencies (for advanced students)

Individual studio space of 6-8 m2
Large working rooms upon reservation
Two outdoor patios

Comparison: Years 1, 2 and 3

Tijs Kerstens – @Tijs.k_ – MSA Students 22 23

Fiore_Vink_Metafora_Light in painting_20230919_34863486

5-Fiore_Vink_Metafora_-Exhibtion-at-Lastcrit-_Anusah_20231025_2023102520231025-(2)

Fiore_Vink_ Art gelery weekend Dilalica 20230914_10201020

Fiore_Vink_Metafora_ Exhibtion at Lastcrit _20231025_20272027

Comparison
Year by year on the Studio Arts Program

YEAR 1

FOUNDATION

TUITION
Weekly tutorials, artwork presentations, theoretical classes, exhibition opportunities & an art trip to Madrid!
PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS
Choose your workshops
STUDIO SPACE
Individual studio space open between 9:00 – 23:00, seven days a week
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
It is not necessary to present an artistic portfolio or to have previous knowledge of Recent Art History to be admitted.

Easy sign up process:
1. Register
2. Pay a reservation fee
3. We will contact you to finalise your enrollment

YEAR 2

CERTIFICATE

TUITION
Weekly tutorials, artwork presentations, theoretical classes, level-specific exhibition opportunities, and a residency opportunity with a collaborating institution.
PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS
Choose your workshops
STUDIO SPACE
Optional
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
It is necessary to present an artistic portfolio and have previous knowledge of Recent Art History.

Sign up process:
1. Register
2. We will ask you to fill in an entry level form and send us your portfolio
3. We will invite you to a 2nd year admission interview
4. Upon successful application, we’ll ask you to pay a reservation fee
5. We will contact you to finalise your enrollment

YEAR 3

DIPLOMA

TUITION
Weekly tutorials, artwork presentations, theoretical classes, level-specific exhibition opportunities, a residency opportunity with a collaborating institution, thesis presentation at MACBA and a final show in an established gallery.
PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS
Optional
STUDIO SPACE
Optional
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Metàfora does not admit students directly to the 3rd year of the Studio Arts Program.

About the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

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. Learn more about our engagement with the art world here.

While Metàfora collaborates with esteemed institutions, it does not hold university accreditation.

Study art for an Academic Year
or for a Calendar Year

What to expect from the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

Included in the Studio Arts Program:

Comparison
Year by year on the Studio Arts Program

YEAR 1

TUITION

PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS

STUDIO SPACE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

YEAR 2

TUITION

PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS

STUDIO SPACE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

YEAR 3

TUITION

PRACTICAL WORKSHOPS

STUDIO SPACE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

About the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

QUICK LINKS

CAN WE HELP YOU?

CONTACT INFO

VISIT US!

Study art for an Academic Year or for a Calendar Year

What to expect from the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

Included in the Studio Arts Program:

Comparison Year by year on the Studio Arts Program

YEAR 1

YEAR 2

YEAR 3

About the Metàfora Studio Arts Program

QUICK LINKS

CAN WE HELP YOU?

CONTACT INFO

VISIT US!

Study art for an Academic Year
or for a Calendar Year

Comparison
Year by year on the Studio Arts Program