Alberto Murillo’s newest body of work is a striking exploration of memory, tradition, and identity. Inspired by a 1970s series of Spanish postal stamps that celebrated regional costumes, Murillo reinterprets these cultural symbols through bold abstraction. What once served as everyday markers of connection—carrying letters across borders and generations—now become vivid reminders of heritage, belonging, and transformation.
Through layers of color and form, Murillo transforms the nostalgia of the past into vibrant, contemporary compositions. His work honors Spain’s rich traditions while reflecting on the fluid nature of identity, especially for those who live between cultures. At once personal and universal, the series invites viewers to reflect on how history and heritage continue to shape who we are today.
Almeria
Almeria captures the city’s vibrant cultural essence through layered abstraction. Murillo builds a richly textured surface that echoes the intricacy of woven fabric, transforming the stamp’s folkloric imagery into a contemporary tapestry of color and form. The result is a piece that feels both grounded in heritage and expansive in interpretation.
Sevilla
In Sevilla, rhythm and movement take center stage. Inspired by the flamenco dancer depicted on the stamp, Murillo translates gesture into sharp angles and saturated hues. The composition pulses with energy, capturing the drama and elegance of Seville’s cultural identity while pushing it into a bold, modern language.
Madrid
With Madrid, Murillo turns his attention to color and structure. Distilling the stamp’s deep reds, blacks, and earth tones into overlapping planes, he creates a geometric interplay that speaks to the dynamism of the city itself. Rather than illustrating costume, the work conveys atmosphere—Madrid’s spirited vitality distilled into pure abstraction.
