Antoni Bernad I Margarit Enter a
feeling, not
a gallery.
Choose a mood and the room itself answers — the light cools or warms, the air changes pace, and only the works that carry that feeling step forward from the dark. Everything else recedes into shadow.
Antoni Bernad I Margarit
Antoni Bernad: A Pioneer of Conceptual Photography and Sculpture Antoni Bernad i Margarit, born in Barcelona, Spain, in 1944, stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Spanish conceptual art. His artistic journey began in the mid-1960s, marking him as one of the earliest adopters of experimental photographic practices within Catalonia and beyond. Early influences included Surrealism and Dadaism, shaping his approach to challenging c
onventional notions of representation and exploring psychological dimensions within visual imagery. Bernad’s formative years were marked by a profound engagement with avant-garde movements, fostering an inquisitive spirit that would characterize his entire career. Early Career & Influences: Bernad's initial artistic explorations centered around fashion photography, prioritizing subtlety and nuance over blatant spectacle. He honed h…