Alvaroscopio exhibition to accompany CalaPop Festival

The “Alvaroscopio” art exhibition is showing the artworks of popular and pop illustrator and graphic designer Álvaro Ortega and is now open at the Edificio de Colores in Fuengirola. Running until September 20, the exhibition is a visual highlight of the CalaPop 2025 festival.

The display features 10 original pieces, including eight large 1-metre panels, six 50×70 cm prints, and a series of A3 impressions, all available at various price points. Ortega, celebrated for his artwork for CalaPop since last year, brings a dynamic 60s-ish pop aesthetic to his illustrations, introducing levels of wit, beauty, and social commentary.

Starting his career inspired by comic legends like Hergé, Jacobs, Chaland, and Daniel Torres, Ortega initially embraced a clear, expressive style. His evolution has led him to explore more realistic forms, infused with vivid pop aesthetics that pay homage to the iconic, Beatlemania-affected era while addressing contemporary commentary. His work juxtaposes playful humour with profound visual depth, creating a unique contrast that draws both a smile and a sense of wonder from viewers.

The exhibition is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3pm and from 4pm to 10pm, and Saturdays from 10am to 2pm. Entry is free of charge. The Edificio de Colores in Fuengirola is on Avenida Nuestro Padre Jesús Cautivo, 13.