The 11 most famous Spanish artists in the world

World-renowned Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudí is known for his unique style blending organic shapes, complex geometry and vibrant colors. Among his most famous works are the Sagrada Família Basilica, Park Güell and Casa Batlló. Gaudí drew inspiration from nature and natural forms, often incorporating floral and animal motifs into his designs. His innovative use of ceramics, colored glass and wrought iron revolutionized the architecture of his time. The Sagrada Família, still under construction, remains his masterpiece and a symbol of Barcelona.

Pedro Almodóvar (1949), director

Filmmaker, screenwriter and producer, Pedro Almodóvar was born in 1949 in Calzada de Calatrava, Spain. He is widely recognized for his unique style, characterized by stories often centered on complex and marginalized characters, bright colors, and melodramatic elements. Almodóvar began his career in the 1980s and has become an iconic figure in contemporary Spanish cinema. His work frequently explores themes such as sexuality, identity and family, while mixing humor and emotion. His movies Women on the verge of a nervous breakdown (1988), All about my mother (1999), and Speak with her (2002) have received numerous international awards.

Joan Miro (1893-1983), painter