One of the year’s most ambitious initiatives and a core action of BASPcr (Barri de l’Art), La Marroquí is a hybrid artist residency and exhibition dedicated to Moroccan women and LGBTQ+ artists. Hosted within Matiz Gallery in Barcelona’s historic Sant Pere neighborhood, the project invites artists to live and create directly in the space, fostering immersive cultural exchange and critical reflection on representation, migration, and belonging.

During the 2–3 week residency, the gallery will host a series of open activities, including workshops, artist talks, and informal gatherings. These will culminate in a public exhibition of the works produced, remaining on view in the gallery for approximately one month.

The project seeks to challenge dominant narratives and explore the perception of the Moroccan community—who represent 3.9% of the neighborhood’s residents (Ajuntament de Barcelona, 2023)—among Catalan, Spanish, and European locals. Through art, we aim to forge new spaces of mutual recognition and community-building.