Almendra & Juan Pablo
An almond-colored ARISTOPET
Almendra is an ARISTODOG, a Vizsla, who shares his life with Juan Pablo González Cabrera. She came into his life after a dog the family had adopted went missing. Juan's sister was the one who chose her name, naming her Almendra after the Argentine music band Almendra. And the dog is almond-colored, too! The perfect name.
Juan has shared many wonderful moments with Almendra; for him, she brought about a major change in his life. One of their most memorable moments was when she saw the sea for the first time. Almendra was very excited, and for him it was a magical moment.
Juan González Cabrera is a film director and photographer. He describes himself as curious, thirsty for knowledge, and passionate. Although he was born in Argentina, he lived in Brazil for his first seven years, then moved to Uruguay and eventually returned to Argentina. From a very young age, he lived in different places, which gave him the opportunity to see things from a different social and cultural perspective.
His passion for music was instilled in him by his parents from an early age. His day always began with music at home - Vivaldi, Mozart, Chopin, or Bach.
During his adolescence, he lived in Gualeguaychú, Entre Ríos, Argentina's carnival capital, where he absorbed everything plastic, aesthetic, and sensual that carnival has to offer. He likes painting, theater, and dance. One of the music videos that has influenced him most is Mariposa Technicolor by Fito Páez. He is also a fan of Spanish cinema; one of the films he has enjoyed most is All About My Mother by Almodóvar.
His calling in this world began when he was very young; he spent all his time taking photos, filming or editing videos, composing songs, or participating in theatrical productions. Professionally, he began his career in the audiovisual world through fashion, creating the fashion films for his friend Santiago Artemis. He has also worked as a volunteer for an NGO, where he was creative director.
One of his latest projects is the music video for El Hit, a project created together with solo artist Emmanuel Horvilleur. Here we leave you his website so you can enjoy the video.
Juan Pablo created COLORSENS during his years studying at the University of Palermo. It began as a practical assignment until he started looking for clients for his company. He has mentored and positioned musical artists and fashion designers. Although the project is currently on hold, he intends to resume it and perhaps establish it in Spain.
To carry out his work, Juan Pablo draws inspiration from life, the everyday, and what is real and spontaneous. For him, his parents' house is a place full of energy, surrounded by trees and spectacular sounds. He likes walking in places where he can take off his shoes and connect with nature.
Madrid also inspires him; he likes walking through El Retiro and enjoying nature. He considers this city his second home. In March, he will visit Madrid to carry out several projects with indie bands and Argentine artists.
