RESPECT: International Virtual Exhibition

What is true inclusion?

At a time when inclusion and diversity feel more necessary than ever, RESPECT emerged as an invitation to move beyond the surface and return to what is essential: respect. Conceived as the first temporary virtual museum dedicated to this value, the immersive experience, accessible worldwide via mobile, desktop, and VR, unfolded as a journey shaped around a direct question: “If I have to point you out in order to include you, am I integrating you, or merely underlining your difference?”

The exhibition took shape within a virtual environment conceived as a work of art in its own right, articulated through a curatorial path that invited viewers to sense the invisible architecture of coexistence. The journey came alive in dialogue with works by Catalan and international artists, giving form and voice to what is often unseen and intangible. RESPECT reached beyond the virtual space, resonating across national and international media.

Curatorial and creative direction María José González
Spatial design and XR architecture Toni Rubio

What is true inclusion?

Curatorial and creative direction María José González
Spatial design and XR architecture Toni Rubio

What is true inclusion?

Curatorial and creative direction María José González
Spatial design and XR architecture Toni Rubio

Artists

Taku
Artist

Germán Benito
Visual Artist

Elisa Valentí
Figurative Artist & Sculptor

Marcelo Suaznabar
Visual Artist

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Patricia Cancelo
Iron sculptor

Toni Rubio
Visual Artist

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Hardibudi
Visual Artist

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Happy Doji
Artist

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Martin Daiber
Visual Artist

Dariel Perez Gallardo
Visual Artist

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Sergio Rocha
Painting

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Maite Valero
Digital Artist

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Carles Marsal
Visual Artist

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Dan Štumberger
Artist

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Anja Reithmann
Visual Artist

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Stefan Raicu
Artist

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Vanitira
Digital Artist

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Carmen Triol
Visual Artist

Alevtina Caravona
Artist

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Luis Ángel Dieguez
Visual Artist

IAMPIÔ (Fundació Úniques)
Multidisciplinary Artist

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DJ just Dwayne
Opening DJ set

Taku
Artist

Germán Benito
Visual Artist

Elisa Valentí
Figurative Artist & Sculptor

Marcelo Suaznabar
Visual Artist

Patricia Cancelo
Iron sculptor

Toni Rubio
Visual Artist

Hardibudi
Visual Artist

Happy Doji
Artist

Martin Daiber
Visual Artist

Dariel Perez Gallardo
Visual Artist

Sergio Rocha
Painting

Maite Valero
Digital Artist

Carles Marsal
Visual Artist

Dan Štumberger
Artist

Anja Reithmann
Visual Artist

Stefan Raicu
Artist

Vanitira
Digital Artist

Carmen Triol
Visual Artist

Alevtina Caravona
Artist

Luis Ángel Dieguez
Visual Artist

IAMPIÔ (Fundació Úniques)
Multidisciplinary Artist

DJ just Dwayne
Opening DJ set

Participants

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Exhibition Views

Elisa Valenti

Elisa Valentí

Artist

From the curation of the art and artists to her professionalism and humanity, impressed is the best word to describe my experience with Maria Jose González and DRDA ART. She truly loves the work she does and it shows through her meticulous attention to details and toward the needs of the artists they represent. It is important to me as an artist to work with ethical and reputable people and companies and I’m thrilled to have met DRDA ART and be part of their first digital exhibition.

Marcelo Suaznabar

Visual Artist

I am delighted to be part of this virtual exhibition "New Horizons Echoes of Unity" an innovative exhibition that breaks the traditional frameworks and brings the art of various artists to everyone, in a virtual space with a professional design in which you can inform, learn, discover and interact with the artists and their creators. It is a very innovative step that shortens distances and breaks down borders to bring art to everyone in a modern, entertaining and easy way.

Patricia Cancelo

Sculptor, Gallerist Owner and Journalist

Art is a reflection of society, and with DRDA ART, I found a platform that champions the values I believe are necessaries in this evolution. Being part of the exhibition was not just about showcasing art; was about making a statement of integrity.

For artists like me, who also manages my own art gallery promoting other artists, meeting this team of professionals has been a plus in the trajectory of all of us. Their commitment to bring the future to art and not art to the future makes a big difference, they are the only ones at a national level who can manage and carry out this great contribution to our art sector. Not only are they patient when it comes to explaining to us all this "virtual world" that makes our work accessible globally, but they make it all so easy, with the thoroughness that is needed in the professional field. Human quality is of utmost importance in this company.

Wart Gallery Seul

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Sookyung Sung

W.ART Gallery Seoul

Online marketing will become increasingly important in contemporary art marketing. The DRDA ART team made the exhibition a fantastic festival with excellent design and planning skills. Now, rather than showing great work to a few hundred people in one area, we could share it with tens of thousands of people online in a short period of time. Advances in technology facilitate opportunities for the arts to become a necessity for the general public. DRDA ART has shown this time that the virtual exhibition can hold a much wider variety of exhibitions without the labor of transporting or installing the works, any without transport costs. We sincerely thank Maria Jose for her dedication, hard work, and professional team with her.

Alevtina Caravona

Artist

My experience in the virtual exhibition with the DRDA ART Museum was amazing. It was a great opportunity for networking and making connections with other artists and collectors, which was intriguing and fun. I felt that the virtual exhibition was a very innovative idea that I’ve never heard of or seen before which i found absolutely fascinating. I would recommend other artists to participate and collaborate with DRDA ART’s projects and exhibitions as it’s a good prospect to engage with other people from all across the world. What I love about the DRDA ART is that it reinforces bringing the future of art closer to everyone which made me feel very supported and endorsed. In my opinion, sharing about our commitment to innovation, professionalism, creativity, and DRDA ART’s strong presence on social networks can definitely help transmit us artist’s confidence. It’s vital to highlight these aspects as they reflect our dedication and drive towards achieving excellence in art.

Gothsa

Artist

Participating in the DRDA ART exhibition was a rewarding and stimulating experience. My work gained significant visibility on social networks, helped me stay up-to-date with the evolution of art, and boosted my confidence as an artist. This event also allowed me to connect with many other artists. DRDA ART offers an exceptional platform for emerging and established artists, actively support diversity and inclusion in art, and do an outstanding job promoting and valuing the work of artists. I want to highlight the efficiency of their communication and promotional efforts, seeing my work reach an international audience and generate so much interest was very gratifying. I appreciate he impeccable organization of the event and I felt very supported by the DRDA ART team, their professionalism and passion for art were evident at every stage of the process.

Taku

Artist

The most important thing that I have noticed in this collaboration with DRDA Art is their respect and dedication to the artists.I am grateful that I was able to participate in the exhibition with such great motivation. It was an exciting experience to be a part of this virtual exhibition, which I believe will be a hot topic in the art world in the future. DRDA Art provides excellent support to the artists, so I can entrust my work to them without any worries. This is very important when an artist entrusts his/her work to DRDA ART.

Happy Doji

Artist

I say a big congratulations to DRDA ART for their involvement and support for artists. The exhibition I participated in was excellent, I was able to meet new talents, increase my network and my visibility. Furthermore, the Meta-Museum is very well organized and pleasant to visit, each artist is well highlighted. I was also very happy to see the press articles which talked about this exhibition, citing the artists and their vision. A very nice experience that I will repeat without hesitation.

Mildor Chevalier

Visual Artist

I greatly applaud DRDA Art's utmost commitment to pushing the frontier of how we experience art by using cutting-edge technology to merge the physical and virtual art fields. It was genuinely inspiring to showcase with a wonderful and diverse group of artists and celebrate OUR POWER WITHIN. I am grateful for the DRDA Art team's effort in giving our work significant visibility on multiple relevant art platforms.

Miriam Ambatlle

Míriam Ambatlle

Barcelona Academy of Art

Becoming a partner with DRDA ART has been an incredible opportunity for the Barcelona Academy of Art. At the center of our collaboration there’s a shared vision: to empower and nurture the next generation of artistic talent. For that purpose, DRDA ART gives support to carefully selected students from our academy, guiding them towards successful careers in the arts. We think María José and Toni are bringing a fresh and inclusive approach to the art world, changing how galleries operate and support artists. In their recent online exhibition, "The Power Within," Sofia Wicks, one of our advanced students, had the privilege of showcasing her talent to a global audience. As an art school, we couldn't ask for a better way for our students and the BAA community to start their journey in the art world than with DRDA Art.

Germán Benito

Germán Benito aka Gervisuals

Visual Artist

I am very happy to be part of what DRDA ART is doing in the art world. They are helping many artists to adapt to new technologies, in this case by creating a virtual exhibition in which we can exhibit our works worldwide in a super innovative and attractive way. In addition to technological innovation, I would like to highlight their human factor, both for the values they promote and for their enormous willingness to help us all adapt to this new world. It's great to see that initiatives like this receive recognition from the media, giving visibility both to the platform and to the artists who are part of the exhibition. Looking forward to seeing what the future holds and delighted to go hand in hand with DRDA ART

Carmen Triol

Visual Artist

Both life and art must always be in constant evolution, and thanks to DRDA ART, as artists, we have been able to live this unique experience of unity among very different artists from diverse places, which enriches us even more. In addition, I had the opportunity to exhibit for the first time with my artist partner, despite the distance that currently separates us. I personally recommend and invite all artists to participate in these innovative projects, with this team of outstanding professionals who also have a very special sensitivity and an extraordinary human warmth. It is a pleasure to be able to connect on an artistic, professional, and personal level with highly valuable people like the DRDA ART team and other artists who also participate. I look forward to repeating this experience many times and achieve great things together, especially to create a better world through art, transforming it from a utopia into a new reality.

Silvia Bardani

Pop Up Artist

Being part of the virtual exhibition at the DRDA ART Museum was a wonderful experience. Navigating through their digital space was truly impressive, showing a deep link to personal and human connections, encouraging real interactions among artists and visitors. This special virtual platform gave me a chance to connect with people who have similar values and views on art. It goes beyond the digital world, reaching into the physical world. The exhibition highlighted the importance of finding new and creative ways to communicate positive messages. It emphasized the need to embrace diversity in all aspects of life and encouraged us not to judge others based on appearances. Instead, it inspired us to approach life with an open mind, welcoming experiences that may initially seem different from our usual preferences. The DRDA ART team played a crucial role in making the atmosphere welcoming, offering their support and helping me on my artistic journey. Their dedication shone through as they shared their passion and mission to amplify the voice of art.

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Luis Ángel González Diéguez

Visual Artist

As an artist, my experience with the virtual exhibition has been incredibly rewarding, as it has shown me that art knows no boundaries and can be accessed in various ways. Thanks to this new technology, it's remarkably simple to achieve great things. I encourage other artists to join this wonderful journey and to be a part of this beautiful project, which includes great people and professionals who seek through art to create a better world, just like all of us participating artists. The most important aspects for me are that the DRDA ART team are not only great professionals but also wonderful individuals who advocate for art with the best intentions to ensure it thrives and that participating artists feel satisfied with their work. I hope we can take part in many more. Long live art and love!

Gemma Sagarra

Photographer

"The Power Within" is my first virtual exhibition and it's been a wonderful experience thanks to DRDA ART. They believed in my art and have made me feel very powerful. Seeing my work in the Museum, surrounded by great international artists, being able to talk to them and discover their work has been a real treat.
This exhibition has made us internationally known, we have had thousands of views and the press has echoed recommending us to enter this fascinating world. I treasure this experience and I recommend it 100% for its integrity, respect, support for art and artists. Thank you Toni and Maria José for your support and dedication!

Maite Valero

Digital Artist

Huge congratulations to DRDA ART for their incredible vision, innovation, and unwavering support for artists. It has been a true honor to be part of such an inspiring project. The exhibition was outstanding, a space to connect, discover new talents, and grow both professionally and creatively. The RESPECT museum was not only beautifully curated but also deeply innovative: a virtual museum that feels like a contemporary tribute to the spirit of Second Life, reimagined with creativity, care, and artistic intelligence. I would like to sincerely thank DRDA ART for their dedication, professionalism, and passion. Every artist was thoughtfully highlighted, and the media coverage around the exhibition made the experience even more meaningful. An experience I would happily repeat without hesitation.

Anja Reithmann

Visual Artist

DRDA ART provided a thoughtful and powerful platform for my work through their RESPECT virtual exhibition. The curatorial vision was clear, meaningful, and deeply aligned with the values the project set out to explore, creating a space where art could genuinely provoke reflection rather than simply be displayed. Being part of an immersive, globally accessible exhibition that treats both artists and audiences with such care was a rewarding experience, and I truly value the opportunity to have my work presented within this context.

Dwayne

Just Dwayne

DJ & Music Producer

It has truly been an experience for the soul! Connecting with DRDA ART at their exhibition has given my artistic personality a level up. It's been fantastic to be able to play my music without the pressure of real-life elements against me, and knowing that the people at the exhibition can, while listening to my curated music set, dress their auditory experience to match the visual experience with a set inspired by the different works of the exhibition. Thanks to the fellow artists and the wonderful DRDA ART team for helping me create this 'auditory work' and for giving me visibility not only in the exhibition but also in the media with the great PR work!

Victor Murillo

Artist

I participated in the opening exhibition of the museum as a guest artist, and what impressed me most about the virtual exhibition was its ability to truly capture the essence and energy of live art. I felt a real connection when interacting with others, and when admiring the artworks, the sense of reality was astounding. The DRDA ART team showed professionalism and commitment to supporting artists, along with upholding values of diversity and inclusion. Thanks to this experience, I have broadened my horizons and discovered the true potential that art can achieve in this new era.

Natalia López

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Natalia López

Senior Campaign Marketing Manager - Adobe EMEA

Having worked for over a decade with the founders of DRDA ART through their creative agency DR Digital Agency on various marketing projects and multichannel campaigns, events, PR, influencers, including the latest in social media tactics, I have witnessed firsthand how both strive for excellence. Constantly educating themselves on new trends, seeking inspiration in different fields, and investing in their personal growth to open new professional opportunities. Over these years, they have been able to understand and convey to our target audience the values of our brand with authenticity and sincerity. Only with this shapeshifter nature can an innovative and independent art platform like DRDA ART come to light.

Carles Marsal

Digital Artist

DRDA ART approached me with a clear vision for their project. While I've previously received vague proposals about showcasing my art in the metaverse or as NFTs, which raised doubts, the team at DRDA ART was different. They clearly articulated the reasons behind their project, their method of execution, and their promotion strategy. Their professionalism was evident as they kept me informed every step of the way and remained true to their timeline. The collaboration was rewarding on multiple fronts, not just professionally but also on a personal level. Their expertise shone through, demonstrating their commitment to artists and their unique ability to elevate my work beyond just social media—a feat only achieved by genuine experts in the field.

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