Guggenheim museum in Bilbao

We spent incredible three hours marveling at the Guggenheim collection, as well as the building itself. Its interior and exterior are both absolutely breathtaking, very organically incorporating art pieces into its galleries. It’s hard to imagine that human mind could conceive such a surreal structure. Frank Gehry is an absolute genius. The building is covered with paper thin titanium panels, reminding of glistening fish scales, a homage to Gehry’s childhood love of fishes. And there is a stellar collection of art that fits perfectly into the surroundings. Outside, there is a large Jeff Koons floral sculpture of a puppy, made of live fragrant begonias. There is a giant steel spider by Louise Bergouis, symbolizing a protective embrace of a mother (go figure!). The largest wing is dedicated to enormous steel mazes by Richard Serra. A mesmerizing infinity room by Kusama. And there was a fascinating temporary exhibit by Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara who is famous for his paintings of children with wide set eyes. It was such a captivating visit!Read more