Tarik Talk

SPRING/BREAK Art Show — Creative Exploration & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 56, Episode 1 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores SPRING/BREAK Art Show during New York Art Week in September 2026. Season 56 opens with an invitation to follow your curiosity, encounter unexpected ideas, and experience art with an open mind. This episode celebrates the pleasure of discovery—the...

Salon Zürcher — Art, Connection & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 6 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Salon Zürcher during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode invites you to slow down, look closely, and experience the connections that form around art. Discover the works that spark curiosity, the details that reward your attention, and the creati...

Independent Art Fair — Art, Discovery & New Perspectives | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 5 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Independent Art Fair during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode celebrates the curiosity that draws us into an art fair—the work that catches our attention, the ideas that invite a closer look, and the encounters that stay with us a...

The Armory Show — Art, Ideas & Discovery | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 4 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores The Armory Show during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode takes you into the art fair experience, reflecting on the artworks, gallery presentations, and creative encounters that make discovering art so compelling. From striking paintings to sculpt...

Affordable Art Fair NYC — Art for More People | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 3 Join artist and host Tarik Mendes as Tarik Talk explores Affordable Art Fair NYC during New York Art Week in September 2026. This episode celebrates the joy of discovering contemporary art, connecting with galleries, and finding work that speaks to you. From first-time buyers to longtime collectors, the conversation...

New York Art Week — September 2026 | Tarik Talk — Season 55, Episode 2 New York, art, and a city full of possibilities. Join artist and host Tarik Mendes for a look back at New York Art Week in September 2026, exploring the art fairs, creative encounters, and conversations that brought the city’s art scene into focus. This episode introduces Tarik Talk’s New York art fair coverage, celebrating the...

Guggenheim Bilbao — The Museum That Transformed a City Season 55, Episode 1 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes travels to Bilbao, Spain, to explore one of the most influential museums of contemporary architecture and culture: the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao . Designed by architect Frank Gehry and opened in 1997, the Guggenheim Bilbao became far more than a place to experience art. Its sweep...

La Pedrera — Inside Gaudí’s Sculptural Masterpiece Season 54, Episode 6 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes continues his journey through Barcelona, Spain, with a visit to La Pedrera — Casa Milà , one of Antoni Gaudí’s most extraordinary architectural creations. With its undulating stone façade, twisting iron balconies, flowing interiors, and surreal rooftop, La Pedrera challenges almost...

Park Güell — Inside Gaudí’s Colorful World Season 54, Episode 5 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes continues his journey through Barcelona, Spain, with a visit to one of Antoni Gaudí’s most imaginative creations: Park Güell . Perched above the city, Park Güell transforms architecture and landscape into a world of color, movement, nature, and fantasy . From its sweeping mosaic-covered ben...

Casa Batlló — Gaudí’s Living Façade Season 54, Episode 4 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes returns to the streets of Barcelona, Spain, to explore one of Antoni Gaudí’s most imaginative creations: Casa Batlló . Standing along Passeig de Gràcia, Casa Batlló feels less like a conventional building and more like a living work of art. Its flowing forms, colorful mosaics, skeletal balconies,...

Sagrada Família Barcelona, Spain — Season 54, Episode 3 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes takes us inside one of the most extraordinary architectural landmarks in the world: La Sagrada Família in Barcelona, Spain. Designed by visionary Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí , the Sagrada Família is far more than a basilica. It is an immersive meeting point between architecture, art, nature, fai...

Museu Picasso Barcelona — Before Picasso Became Picasso Season 54, Episode 2 In this episode of Tarik Talk , Tarik Mendes travels to Barcelona, Spain, to visit the Museu Picasso Barcelona and explore the formative years of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Before Pablo Picasso became the global icon we know today, he was a young artist developing his voice, experimenting rel...

Welcome to Season 54 of Tarik Talk, coming to you from Barcelona, Spain. In this episode, Tarik Mendes visits Fundació Joan Miró, one of Barcelona’s most celebrated cultural institutions, for an exploration of the extraordinary world of Joan Miró. Set on Montjuïc and surrounded by the landscape of Barcelona, the Fundació offers a unique opportunity to experience Miró’s artistic universe through pa...

Hi guys! Hola from Barcelona, and welcome back to another episode of Tarik Talk! I’m so happy to be back in Spain and especially here in Barcelona, which has become one of my favorite cities in the world. There’s something about coming back here that always feels special. The architecture, the history, the food, the energy of the city—and, of course, the art. Barcelona is one of those places where...

This special episode celebrates The Complete FIFA World Cup 2026 Host City Poster Series, bringing together every official host city poster released for the tournament. Across this collection, 14 talented artists created 16 unique posters, each inspired by the culture, history, landmarks, energy, and spirit of the cities that will welcome the FIFA World Cup 2026 across Canada, Mexico, and the Unit...

Rich Tu – New York / New Jersey Host City Poster Award-winning creative director, illustrator, designer, and educator Rich Tu is the Partner and Executive Creative Director at Sunday Afternoon, where he leads branding and creative strategy for internationally recognized organizations and brands. Raised in New Jersey by Filipino immigrant parents, Tu has developed a distinctive visual language that...

Jose Hadathy – Atlanta Host City Poster Illustrator and designer Jose Hadathy is known for creating colorful, expressive artwork inspired by culture, architecture, music, food, and community. His illustrations celebrate the energy of cities through bold compositions filled with vibrant details and symbolic storytelling. His work reflects a passion for bringing people together through art while hig...

John Rego – Boston Host City Poster Illustrator John Rego is recognized for creating imaginative artwork filled with vibrant colors, intricate details, and engaging visual storytelling. His illustrations often blend fantasy with everyday life, encouraging viewers to explore each composition and discover new elements with every viewing. Drawing inspiration from history, architecture, nature, and lo...

Matt Cliff – Dallas Host City Poster Illustrator, muralist, and graphic artist Matt Cliff is known for his bold, energetic style inspired by Texas culture, sports, music, and the American Southwest. His work combines strong graphic design with dynamic storytelling, often featuring colorful characters, iconic landmarks, and scenes that celebrate local identity. Cliff has created artwork for major b...

Stephanie Leal – Houston Host City Poster Houston-based illustrator and designer Stephanie Leal creates colorful, imaginative artwork inspired by science, exploration, culture, and community. Her playful visual style combines bold illustration with thoughtful storytelling, often highlighting themes of curiosity, innovation, and optimism. Her work reflects Houston's creative energy and its unique r...

Thieb Delaporte-Richard – Los Angeles Host City Poster French-born illustrator and creative director Thieb Delaporte-Richard is known for blending contemporary illustration with cinematic composition, bold color, and dynamic visual storytelling. Now based in Los Angeles, his work reflects the city's creativity, diversity, and vibrant lifestyle while incorporating influences from graphic design, br...

Jadie Arnett – Kansas City Host City Poster Illustrator and designer Jadie Arnett creates artwork centered around storytelling, community, and shared experiences. Her vibrant illustrations combine expressive characters, bold colors, and thoughtful compositions that celebrate human connection and the places people call home. Through her work, Arnett highlights the importance of collaboration, creat...

Rubem Robierb – Miami Host City Poster Brazilian-born contemporary artist Rubem Robierb is an internationally recognized visual artist whose multidisciplinary practice spans painting, sculpture, photography, installations, and public art. Based in Miami, Robierb's work explores themes of hope, transformation, identity, resilience, and human connection. His artwork has been exhibited in galleries,...

Nicholas McClintock – Philadelphia Host City Poster Illustrator Nicholas McClintock is known for his imaginative storytelling, playful compositions, and richly detailed illustrations that celebrate architecture, history, and community. His distinctive artistic style combines expressive line work, vibrant colors, and carefully crafted scenes that encourage viewers to discover new details throughout...

LeRoid David – San Francisco Bay Area Host City Poster Artist, illustrator, and creative director LeRoid David is known for colorful contemporary artwork inspired by innovation, culture, and human connection. His work combines graphic illustration with storytelling, often reflecting the creativity and diversity of California. For the official FIFA World Cup 2026™ San Francisco Bay Area Host City P...