Tag: visual artist

  • EYES ON FRESTA – RUBEN RAMIRES

    EYES ON FRESTA – RUBEN RAMIRES

    Ruben Ramires at Fresta My name Ruben Ramires (he/they) and I am a Portuguese-American illustrator living and working in Houston, Texas. Ruben Ramires at Fresta In our newsstand and online store, you’ll find a variety of high-quality materials and prints. We work with micro publications, “zines,” serigraphy prints, linoleum prints, risography prints, and more. We…

  • EYES ON FRESTA – JULIA DA COSTA

    EYES ON FRESTA – JULIA DA COSTA

    Julia da costa Fresta Meet Julia Da Costa, (Vichy – 1997) French visual artist based in Portugal. Her work tackles themes like femininity, feminism, and identity with a hint of sarcasm. Explore her unique artworks and perspectives in this article Take a peek at her work here  JOIN US! Explore the graphic art and illustration…

  • ON FRESTA WITH JOÃO BAFFA

    ON FRESTA WITH JOÃO BAFFA

    This week, dive into the fascinating creations of João Baffa, highlighted as the Artist of the Week at FRESTA. From observation to sensation, explore the complex creative process that characterizes his work. Discover the charming places in Lisbon that inspire his illustrations as Baffa shares his creative corner in the living room and unveils the…

  • WHO IS PAPER BOY ?

    WHO IS PAPER BOY ?

    Paper boy Fresta illustration Hey, I’m Paper Boy, that clumsy guy who used to sell newspapers but now is the do-it-all at FRESTA, a kiosk that seems to have come straight out of a Wes Anderson film. This old stand has taken on a life of its own and is now a unique spot in…

  • WHAT IS FRESTA – VISUAL CULTURE UNFOLD?

    WHAT IS FRESTA – VISUAL CULTURE UNFOLD?

    FRESTA VISUAL CULTURE UNFOLD Before we delve into Newsstand FRESTA, allow me to explain the meaning behind the name. “FRESTA” is an opening, a crack through which light penetrates. In times of closed doors during the pandemic, this opening became our gaze into the art world. A fresta is more than just a gap; it’s…

  • WHAT ARE LEGO TATTOOS ?

    WHAT ARE LEGO TATTOOS ?

    Lego tattoo at Fresta Make a summary of your tattoo style?  I don’t think I have a very defined style. My flashes are like the drawings I make in my notebooks for art projects, from memory. But now I do a lot of toys and cartoons from references I find online or in movies, and…