Draw Riogordo – Open House Exhibition
 
On December 6th, Riogordo hosted an inspiring art event bringing together local creativity and international perspectives. The exhibition features artworks created by the visiting Finnish art group and their teacher Elina Försti, alongside sketches produced during the Draw Riogordo – Quick Sketching Course.
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The event at Casa de la Plaza offered an open and relaxed atmosphere, inviting everyone to enjoy art, conversation, and community. The showcased works reflect the unique impressions and moments that Riogordo inspired throughout the week — from its vibrant streets and architecture to the everyday life of the village.
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Visitors are welcome to explore the exhibition and discover how Riogordo’s charm and character have been captured through different artistic eyes.

Quick Sketching Course by Artist Elina Försti 
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Finnish artist Elina Försti leads a quick sketching course in Riogordo on December 6th, 2025. The workshop focuses on observation, fast drawing and learning to capture the spirit of Riogordo through simple, expressive lines.
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Participants explore how to see shapes, light and movement, and how quick sketches can convey atmosphere and character without detailed technique. The course welcomes all levels and encourages a relaxed, curious approach to drawing.
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All materials are provided by the Riogordo Town Hall, and the course is free and open to all residents.
The session offers an inspiring way to experience Riogordo’s streets under the guidance of Elina Försti.

Photography Exhibition – Life in the Streets of Riogordo 
 
This exhibition presents a curated selection of black and white photographs taken for the Life in the Streets of Riogordo project.

The images capture everyday moments, small encounters and the unique atmosphere of Riogordo through light, shadow and emotion.
The exhibition highlights how simple scenes – a gesture, a street corner, a passing smile – can become powerful visual stories when reduced to their essential elements. Each photograph reflects the photographer’s personal viewpoint and the spirit of the village.

Visitors are invited to explore how black and white photography can reveal textures, contrasts and moods that often go unnoticed. The exhibition celebrates both the beauty of Riogordo’s streets and the creativity of the people who walk them.

Black and White Photography Course in Riogordo
 
On October 10, 2026, at Casa de la Plaza in Riogordo, you are invited to a Black and White Photography Course connected to the Life in the Streets of Riogordo photo competition.

The course focuses on how black and white images are shaped through light, shadow and background. We explore how the competition theme can guide your way of seeing, and we touch on practical matters such as image quality and usage rights.

The workshop is open to everyone. A professional camera is not required – a phone is enough. What matters is curiosity and the wish to capture a story in a moment, a glance or a smile.
By the end of the session, you will have fresh insight into black and white photography and the confidence to take part in the competition with images that combine technical clarity and emotional presence.

Black and White Photography Contest – Life in the Streets of Riogordo

Our annual photography contest celebrates life in the streets of Riogordo. We invite you to capture the moments, people, and places that make our town unique, welcoming, and full of life.

It might be friends enjoying a laugh, children playing, an unexpected meeting, a lively celebration, elderly neighbors sitting outside, or a quiet moment alone. What matters most is authenticity – photos that transmit emotion and reflect the true essence of Riogordo.

Each participant can submit up to 4 photos, taken within the last year, showing as many different streets and situations as possible.
The best photos will be part of a special exhibition at the Ethnographic Museum of Riogordo, opening November 1, 2025.

Musical Greetings from Finland
 
A group of artists and cultural creators from Valkeakoski brings together voices from music, poetry, and the performing arts. Composed of both theatre professionals and passionate amateurs, their creative work reflects deep roots in community-based culture and a strong drive for international exchange.

Visiting Riogordo as part of an Erasmus+ learning mobility programme, the group will present a performance at Casa de la Plaza — sharing their vision and building cultural connections between Finland and Andalusia through art, dialogue, and creative expression.

Exhibition at the Nelimarkka Museum

The Grab the Landscape project connects two very different landscapes located at the edges of Europe. The exhibition featuring artists from the Aisapari region is on display at the Nelimarkka Museum in Finland until April 24 2025, and after that, the project's constantly expanding info point will move to Villa Nelimarkka.

The project is carried out not only in the municipalities of Aisapari but also in the Leader Kuudestaan ry region and the Leader Ceder Axarquia area in the province of Málaga, Spain.
 

"Say it Loud" Integration Now!

At Art House Turku is an exhibition showcasing the serene landscapes of Riogordo, captured by photographer Kristian Kaarna. This exhibition highlights not only the beauty of nature but also the importance of integration, with artworks by notable Finnish artists supporting this cause. Through their work, they emphasize the message that, like colors in nature, all cultures and people have the right to exist as they are—diverse, beautiful, and integral to society.

 

​Urban Landscapes of Riogordo
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Through black and white photography, this exhibition showcased Riogordo as the true protagonist, while people remained secondary, mere bystanders in the scene. The project aimed to highlight hidden beauty within the pueblo—its charming corners, textures, and atmosphere—while capturing the subtle presence of its people. The intention was to spark curiosity and encourage locals to see their town with fresh eyes.
 

Riogordo: Everyday Moments
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Open to all photography enthusiasts, this competition welcomes anyone with a phone camera—no experience needed. Organized by Augmenters Association, the contest seeks to capture real moments of life in Riogordo. From quiet streets to lively gatherings, the goal is to highlight the authentic atmosphere and charm of the pueblo through spontaneous and personal images.
 

Capturing Riogordo
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Designed for everyone, this workshop welcomes anyone eager to learn new photography skills, regardless of experience. Participants will explore light, shadows, and composition, discovering how to create beautiful and compelling images. Through hands-on exercises in Riogordo’s streets and landscapes, the workshop encourages a new way of seeing, helping photographers capture the essence of a moment with confidence and creativity.
 

La Molienda de Riogordo
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Each year, La Molienda de Riogordo honors a local artist with a poster celebrating the region’s olive oil traditions. This festival in Riogordo, Málaga, showcases traditional olive oil production with demonstrations using a restored 16th-century mill.
Visitors enjoy exhibitions, tours, and markets, highlighting the cultural significance of olive oil. Augmenters Cultural Association proudly contributed this year’s poster, celebrating the olive tree’s timeless beauty.

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Special Edition Borbollón Olive Oil
 
The photograph by Kristian Kaarna has become the signature of the 2024 Special Edition Borbollón Olive Oil from Riogordo. This oil, made with 80% Verdial olives and the remaining Hojiblanca, Manzanilla, or Picual, is a pure juice that stands out for its fruity flavor and exceptional quality.
Kaarna’s image, capturing the essence of olive trees, honors the hard work and tradition behind this unique oil. With this special edition, the label reflects the connection between nature and the culture of Riogordo, offering a work of art that celebrates the beauty of the region’s olive groves.
 

Smiles of Riogord
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Genuine smiles bring people together, reflecting the warmth and strong sense of community in Riogordo. This exhibition celebrates joy across generations, capturing the village’s lively spirit through candid portraits. In a world often filled with overwhelming news, it is essential to focus on happiness in everyday life. These touching moments remind us that even the simplest smiles can brighten our surroundings, fostering kindness, connection, and a more caring community.
 

Photography Competition
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A simple smile can create warmth, bringing people together and fostering connections across generations. This competition encourages everyone to take photos with their phone, capturing friends, family, and strangers through black and white photography. No experience is needed—just a familiar phone camera. Through smily portraits and candid shots, we aim to highlight the joy, kindness, and unique expressions that make Riogordo’s community come alive.
 

Photography Workshop 
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Photography is about learning to see. This workshop explores the importance of light, shadows, and composition, showing how these elements shape an image. With just a familiar phone camera, participants will practice capturing people, understanding how expressions, contrast, and perspective transform in black and white photography. No experience is needed, only curiosity and a willingness to observe. Through hands-on exercises, everyday moments become beautiful, meaningful images.
 

The LEADER programme
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Supported by the EU LEADER program, the "Grab the Landscape" project brought artists from Spain and Finland together to explore and paint each other's landscapes. Immersing themselves in unfamiliar surroundings, they captured the essence of these places through fresh eyes, revealing beauty locals may overlook. This collaboration led to exhibitions in both countries, showcasing the unique charm, atmosphere, and natural splendor of the places we call home and highlighting the universal appreciation of landscapes across cultures.
 

Art workshop Grab the Landscape
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Supported by the EU LEADER programme, Grab the Landscape is a community-based art workshop that invites people to slow down, observe their surroundings, and respond to the landscape through painting.

Led by Finnish and Spanish artists, the workshop takes place in Riogordo and is open to everyone, regardless of previous experience. Working outdoors with simple materials, participants explore colour, movement, and form inspired by the local environment.

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