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Around Seville [2] The Cathedral

Alberto Rigau — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:10:24 +0000

In my first night around Seville I made one significant stop (which was non-food related). I visited the Cathedral in Seville, final resting place of Christopher Columbus.

Wall structure reminds me home.

Impressive facade overlooks the city.

I have to say that this fabric shading system not only looks beautiful, but it is very effective as well. I wish others in Puerto Rico could see that effectiveness of such an instrument. Concrete coverings are not the only solution to certain problems.

You know me, there needs to be some typography involved.

Impressive spatial sensation is provoked by the space.

A nice vertical play is at work in this interior space. Massive columns are actors in this play of architecture.

I really wonder if any of these vaults are filled with clay jars, just like it happened at Iglesia San José.

Even though it is a national icon, it still remains a church for those who wish to meditate, talk to god, etc.

Graphic tiles. Nothing less could have been expected.

When more is just definitively more.

More ceiling vaults.

And just in case, just a bit more ceiling vaults.

I wonder if this organ still works… but I have a feeling it does.

Huge space. Makes me feel so small.

6:00pm was rung when I was standing here. Ouch!

Around Seville [1]

Alberto Rigau — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 08:21:08 +0000

I arrived at Seville. I have to admit I was exhausted from the long travel, flying into Madrid and then, only 2 hours later, taking a train. Once here, I decided to get myself out into the old city. It was a two-fold strategy. I have never visited before and this might be my only chance to do so on this trip. My work schedule begins tomorrow morning at 9:00am. Walking around would also ensure that I would wear myself out completely to sleep through the night.

Of course, first thing is first. I have to hunt down some nice typography.

I am always surprised that more typography like this is not found in Puerto Rico.

Maybe I am the only person who finds this odd, but a young man searching to take care of older people… hmm, suspicious in my book.

Bar Europa. Strongly recommended by my father, mother and uncle. After enjoying it, I fully endorse their recommendation.

Small, cozy place.

Menu of this bar. It had some of the tastiest ham croquettes I have had in my life. (and if you know me, you are aware of my experience on the topic. jeje)

Caught my eye.

Right across from the bar.

How fast is Renfe’s AVE train?

Alberto Rigau — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:02:19 +0000

Today I used Renfe’s Ave train as a means of transportation from Madrid to Sevilla. I had heard a lot about it before, but I had never used it. I have to say that I am very impressed with it. More so, I am even more impressed with the graphic and visual landscapes which are born when the train reaches very high speeds. Probably I am the only person in the world who like it but you can be the judge for yourself.

La goma

Alberto Rigau — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 00:34:20 +0000

For a undergraduate film project, Omar Torresola took advantage of of the homonym of the word “goma”, by making reference to the rubber seal on a Kayak’s drainage system.

Video recording: Omar Torresola Video Editing: Alberto Rigau Acting: Johann Sasso, Alberto Rigau Technical Assistance: Donald Sasso, Cedric Sasso Music: La Secta All-Star