Juan Muñoz at the Guggenheim

When my sister and I went to Bilbao, Spain, we made our way to the Guggenheim museum not really knowing what to expect. What we found were these fascinating bronze figures right outside the museum, some of which had missing body parts. These are the works of Spanish sculptor Juan Muñoz who was known for sculpting works in a "narrative manner which consisted of creating smaller than life-size figures in an atmosphere of mutual interaction." Muñoz was influenced by the drama of American minimalism and the poetry of Italian Arte Povera (poor art), a modern art movement popular in Italy in from the late '60s to the early '70s. He died at the age of 48 in his summer home in Ibiza on August 28, 2001.

The Bulls of Pamplona

This picture was taken during the festival of San Fermin in Pamplona, Spain in 2008. I love the creativity, the effort, and the humor that the Spanish put into celebrating the feast of a much beloved saint, Pamplona's first bishop. 

The festival of San Fermin, or what the locals call San Fermines, is an annual week-long festival held from July 6 to July 14. Although its religious aspect has taken a backseat to its more secular, festive one, Los San Fermines has remained one of the most beloved, honored, and celebrated festivals in the world today.

Bag on a Bench in Pamplona

My attempt at unleashing my creative side. NOT. I was just happy with my bag, I couldn't contain my happiness and took this picture. Now, I loathe this bag because, for its size, the supporting screws are way too small! C'mon Fendi people, make better bags! (End of rant.) 

Puente La Reina

I took this picture while on the bridge in Puente la Reina, Spain. My sister and I took the bus from Pamplona to Puente la Reina, and had a marvelous time exploring the old city. Oh, and that's my sister riiiiiiight... there!

Dog in Bilbao

The dog sits in front of the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. Photo taken in June 2008 when I visited my sister while she was living in Pamplona.