M. Benito Píriz Explores Protection and Shelter in BilbaoArte Exhibition
"Estrella fugaz y corazón," an exhibition by M. Benito Píriz (Durango, 1992), is currently on display at BilbaoArte's Sala URIBITARTE40 until 8 November 2026. This showcase includes works created during Píriz's two-year residency at BilbaoArte (2024-2026), focusing on concepts of exposure and refuge through the use of motorcycle fairings, seats, and safety barriers. Guided tours in Basque and Spanish, with adaptations for Spanish Sign Language, will take place on 21 October and 4 November at 19:00. Additionally, a one-day intervention featuring artist Jone Elorriaga is set for 15 October. A book launch with Píriz and Karlos Martinez B. will occur on 29 October. All activities and entry are free.
Key facts
- "Estrella fugaz y corazón" by M. Benito Píriz runs at Sala URIBITARTE40, Bilbao, until 8 November 2026
- The exhibition is based on work produced between 2024 and 2026 under a two-year BilbaoArte grant with studio access
- Píriz was born in Durango in 1992
- Source imagery includes motorcycle fairings, seats and safety barriers as protective systems
- Guided visits in Basque and Spanish, adapted to Spanish Sign Language, are scheduled for 21 October and 4 November at 19:00
- Jone Elorriaga created inflatables for a one-day intervention on 15 October in the Shippeo space
- A book on the exhibition is presented on 29 October with Píriz and designer Karlos Martinez B.
- Access to the exhibition and programmed activities is free
Entities
Artists
- M. Benito Píriz
- Jone Elorriaga
- Karlos Martinez B.
- Jorge Isla
Institutions
- BilbaoArte
- Sala URIBITARTE40
- Hangar
- AC/E
- Plataforma de Arte Contemporáneo
Locations
- Bilbao
- Spain
- Durango
- Huesca