Multidisciplinary artist Emma Alcalá —recognized for her poetic vision and her use of photography and installations to explore themes of memory, body, and identity— has taken a decisive step in her career: her work “Identitat” has recently been acquired by the Museu de l’Empordà. (fundaciovalvi.cat)
This acquisition not only acknowledges Alcalá’s artistic value but also expands the diversity and contemporary scope of the museum’s collection. With this addition, Empordà reinforces its commitment to including female voices and contemporary perspectives: the museum’s latest reorganization emphasizes the inclusion of women artists and the representation of present-day plurality. (es.ara.cat)
Why “Identitat” Fits Perfectly at the Museu de l’Empordà
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A bridge between past and present. The museum’s new curatorial approach moves away from strict chronology, combining older works with contemporary ones to propose transversal readings. With works like Alcalá’s, the museum enriches the dialogue between history, territory, and current creation. (es.ara.cat)
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A contemporary vision with poetic sensitivity. Alcalá’s artistic language —based on emotion, memory, body, and essence— adds another layer to the museum’s repertoire. Instead of focusing solely on painting, sculpture, or tradition, she brings a contemporary perspective that connects with modern issues, identity, and introspection. Her website describes her work as “emotion · transmission · creation.” (emmaalcala.com)
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Promoting visibility for women artists. In a context where gender equality in museums remains a challenge, the inclusion of “Identitat” clearly signals the museum’s commitment to equity and the inclusion of female voices. (es.ara.cat)
What It Means for the Public and the Artist
For museum visitors, the presence of “Identitat” offers the chance to discover a contemporary approach that engages with the Empordà region while maintaining a universal perspective — addressing memory, identity, corporeality, and emotion. For Emma Alcalá, this acquisition represents institutional recognition and opens doors: her work now forms part of the public heritage, accessible to the community and future generations.
An Open Invitation
The incorporation of “Identitat” reinforces the idea that contemporary art —photography, installation, critical visual narratives— has a prominent place in the region’s heritage story. It is an invitation for the public to rediscover the museum: no longer just as a record of the past, but as a living space enriched by new voices, sensibilities, and territories of reflection.