Hobo Books is an independent publishing house that champions the physical format, publishing books and zines by emerging artists. In this interview, we discuss their editorial approach, the meaning behind their name, the evolution of graffiti and analog photography, and the importance of preserving culture outside the digital space. Discover how this Barcelona-based platform fosters self-publishing and artistic collaboration in the world of alternative publishing.

In ‘MULTIINDISCIPLINAR’, the exhibition currently at Espacio Candela, Tana Lakale challenges the boundaries of technique and artistic classification. Through a series of works spanning drawing, painting, glass, sculpture, and light, the artist constructs a universe where multiplicity and creative indiscipline intertwine organically.

Dila Ramos (*1992) is a photographer and social communicator (with a mention in audiovisuals) based in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela. She has dedicated almost a decade to exploring the traditional manifestations of her city and other states of her country, celebrating her Latin American roots through a body of work that combines documentary photography with fashion.

Natalie Lama (*1996) is a visual artist and photographer based in Amman, Jordan. Specializing in experimental and documentary photography, her work explores themes of identity, resistance and unknown narratives, blending reality and imagination to provoke dialogue. 

Catalina Cornejo, aka Catana and Mailen Princess, is a Chilean artist based in Barcelona, blending authenticity and emotion in experimental rap and DJing. Her journey highlights resilience, reinvention, and genuine connection through music. Discover more about this talented artist and exceptional woman in Concrete Series 002, through analog portraits and a short interview.

In this first installment of "Concrete Stories", we sit down with Gabirinja. She shares her journey of self-discovery, navigating the challenges of being a migrant artist, and how the city has profoundly influenced her creative expression. From developing new painting techniques to landing tricks in iconic skate spots, Gabirinja reflects on the transformative magic of Barcelona and its impact on her art and life.