The Basque country has long been famed with creating art since prehistoric times and continues to create world leading art as well as inspire artists worldwide. The Guggenheim. Picasso’s Guernica.
The Basque country and art are intertwined and it’s here that we find Malen Agirre, a painter and textile/surface designer known for her abstract visual language and thoughtful exploration of color, form, and texture. She studied Fine Arts at the University of the Basque Country and later specialized in textile design, blending her passion for painting with a love for materiality and surface expression.
Her work bridges the worlds of contemporary art and applied design, often reflecting introspective themes and organic forms. Based in the Basque Country, Malen draws inspiration from her environment and daily life, translating personal reflections into visual compositions.
She has collaborated with renowned brands like LOREAK MENDIAN and ITURRI ENEA, where her artistic prints have been featured in both fashion and homeware collections. Her creations are celebrated for their tactile quality, emotional depth, and modern aesthetic.
