Five in particular have brought a multifaceted perspective capable of merging with the essence and richness of the territory. Irene de Andrés, with “Donde nada ocurre”, explored the concept of mass tourism and how it has long influenced territorial conformation; her exhibition is located at Sa Punta des Molí, in the bay of Sant Antoni de Portmany (Ibiza). The duo Alejandro Javaloyas and Bartomeu Sastre chose Faro de Ses Coves Blanques lighthouse in Sant Antoni de Portmany as the location to reflect on the role of the observer in both life and art with the exhibition “Espais incomplets”. With “No home” at The Air Raid Shelter of Santa Eulària des Riu, visitors can witness a play of lights and shades delineated by naturally inspired ceramics personally created by the artist Jaume Roig. Guillermo Rubí outlines a completely different atmosphere and reflection, drawing inspiration from punk and post-rock and narrating how the environment has influenced the creation of certain identities. The chosen venue is an Ibizan gunpowder warehouse. Lastly, with “I feel like Robinson Crusoe” at Hotel Blanco, Francesc Rosselló opens the doors to an introspective journey, exploring the artist’s experiences and perspectives.These different artistic interpretations are just a few of the numerous off-programme initiatives. Also under the “Special Projects” category, there are many talks and exhibitions initiated and launched by local institutions and galleries.

The emphasis has been rightly placed on promoting local history and culture. Every land has riches, traditions, and symbols that over time have shaped and created a precise social and environmental impact, contributing to cultural diversity. Following this concept, many projects parallel to the Art Fair have sought to explore and disseminate Ibiza’s musical history and club culture, a status that over the years has made it one of the most sought-after destinations globally.

Creative expression doesn’t confine itself within strict limits, and thus seemingly separate worlds have been addressed and articulated through exhibitions and talks.A standout example was ‘Postering Ibiza (1980-2020): THE VISUAL EVOLUTION OF THE WHITE ISLAND THROUGH ITS GRAPHIC IMAGINARY’, a collection of vintage posters from some of the island’s most historic clubs. The interaction of night culture with artistic horizons and the essence of the exhibition were further explored during two specific events, or rather talks: “Oral history of Ibiza’s nightlife: Cultural and visual influences over the decades” and “Transcending Cultural and Sonic Boundaries: A conversation with Tamer Malki of Bedouin”; both hosted by Nazy Nazhand, Founder of Nazhand Art & Culture.

CAN 2024 establishes and reconsolidates a new way of elevating cultural awareness and preservation. By integrating territorial riches with practical and research work, this historic summer landscape becomes not only a symbol of leisure and entertainment but also of artistic growth and deepening.