Art & Handcraft at Nobis Hotel
At Nobis Hotel Palma, art and craftsmanship come alive through the works of talented local with international artisans such as Philip Smith and Paco Romero. These artists, inspired by nature and history, create captivating pieces that enrich the hotel’s atmosphere. The hotel's curated art collection is a testament to the beauty of handmade craft, offering guests an inspiring and immersive experience.
PHILIP SMITH
Philip Smith, a Miami-based visual artist, masterfully combines photography, drawing, and painting. His works, exhibited in prestigious institutions like the Whitney Museum and the Beijing Biennale, are crafted from a unique archive of 35mm film negatives, including imagery from Cold War spy manuals, magic books, and numerology charts. Utilizing wax and gesso surfaces, Smith layers and erases oil pastel marks to create evocative pieces that delve into the realms of the unknown and unseen.
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PACO ROMERO
Paco Romero, a ceramic artist residing in the mountains near Galilee, creates pieces profoundly connected to nature. Originally from Alicante, Romero’s artistic journey led him to Mallorca in 2016, where he embraced hand-built techniques. His functional and decorative ceramics, crafted from local materials such as clay and stones, eschew glazes to maintain their natural aesthetics. His recent work includes the “Skins” and “Stratos” series, along with a notable collaboration with Contain Studio, featuring unique ceramic lighting showcased successfully in Japan.
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VITA VINCI
Viti Vinci, based in Mallorca, is a niche perfumery celebrated for its natural, science-based fragrances designed to evoke specific emotions. Founded by Víctor, inspired by his studies in biodiversity, the brand utilizes essential oils and Mediterranean flora to create mood-altering scents. Emphasizing the interplay between scent and emotional well-being, Viti Vinci offers personalized home fragrances and integrates aromas into architectural spaces. Each perfume is meticulously handcrafted from sustainable, local ingredients, offering a distinct and immersive connection to nature.
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DUSTY DECO
Dusty Deco, founded by Edin and Lina Kjellvertz, is a Stockholm-based design brand known for its high-quality furniture, lighting, and interior objects with a vintage and modernist flair. Initially a curated vintage shop, Dusty Deco has evolved to produce its own collections, inspired by mid-century design and Scandinavian minimalism. Their offerings include statement mirrors, handcrafted vases, and bold geometric rugs. The brand also creates custom furniture, blending raw materials like natural wood, metal, and stone with refined craftsmanship for a timeless yet contemporary aesthetic.
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MARCO OLIVIER
Marco Olivier, a South African artist based in Cape Town, is renowned for his striking bronze and resin sculptures, often featuring large-scale face and body forms. Running his own bronze foundry, Olivier creates intricate works characterized by their texture, interplay of light, and use of materials such as glass fiber and stainless steel. His art, displayed locally and internationally—including in Belgium and Mauritius—features public installations across South Africa. Olivier’s sculptures blend meticulous craftsmanship with a fascination for natural light, creating dynamic pieces that evolve with their environment.
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