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An interview with Guillermo Solana, artistic director of the Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza is presented. He discusses the evolution and challenges of managing the museum's extensive collection of Western paintings. He reflects on his journey from being a professor of aesthetics to leading the museum through significant changes, including digital transformation and the integration of contemporary art.

The article presents an interview with Lita Cabellut, the highly esteemed Spanish artist, whose current exhibition in Madrid, Spain explores themes of childhood innocence, nature's influence on children, and the enduring relevance of Goya's work. Cabellut's vibrant paintings of children amidst nature serve as a celebration of spring and a reflection on the importance of embracing innocence and the natural world in a society grappling with darkness and violence.

An interview with Alfredo Pérez de Armiñán, who introduces Museo de la Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando, the oldest art institution in Spain, is presented. Topics include the diverse collection of museum, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and furniture spanning five centuries of art history, as well as restoration and exhibition of Francisco de Goya's engraved plates, which have been transformed into standalone artworks, offering a new perspective on the artist's legacy.

The article highlights the multifaceted persona of Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, known as a successful businesswoman, philanthropist, and art collector, who has now ventured into writing. It discusses her extensive art collection, philanthropic endeavors, and her struggles to establish a museum for her collection in Madrid, Spain.

The article focuses on Chillida-Leku hosting a dozen pieces from the Telefónica Collection to commemorate the sculptor's centenary. Dated from the 1980s, these artworks represent Chillida's mature period and return to the Zabalaga farmhouse, forming a serene and meaningful reunion with his legacy. The narrative explores the significance of Chillida's artistic evolution during the 1980s, his profound connection to the Zabalaga farmhouse, and the timeless relevance of his work.

The article offers information on the extensive art collection housed within the immense and architecturally significant building located at Madrazo 29 in Madrid, Spain, belonging to the Banco de España. Topics include a guided tour through the building led by Yolanda Romero, the chief curator of the collection, exploring 120,000 square meters filled with culture, history, and various artworks spanning from Francisco de Goya to contemporary artists like Chema Madoz.

The article reviews the retrospective exhibition "Helmut Newton. Fact & Fiction", by Helmut Newton, in Spain, running until May 1, 2024.