Lloret de Mar

2024 – 2026 (in finalisation)

In this work, the town of Lloret de Mar initially appears as a backdrop, a consumable product for holidaymakers from northern Europe. Through the interweaving of image and voice, Marieta and Fátima emerge in portraits and videos, introducing us to their world of labour. Their narratives reveal colonial continuities within the tourism system; they speak of displacement, dependencies and exploitation. For them, Lloret de Mar does not mean parties and holidays, but rather “a cold form of tourism that fails to recognise the essence of the place” (Marieta) and ultimately “enslaves” them (Fátima).

The camera becomes a tool for engagement: the backdrop gives way to the backstage, creating space for encounter and self-expression. Thus, the portrait of the town takes shape, composed of the voices, memories and experiences of its residents.