Coordinates of Memory
Mar 2026

Coordinates of Memory

editorial project
Reimagining: The Spanish Civil War is an interactive documentary map that places archival photographs in dialogue with contemporary work made on the same ground. You click a location, two images appear (one from the 1930s, one from now) and the same place asks the same questions across decades... The project moves through locations where something happened and where something is still happening. Brunete, Tàrrega, Fuentes de Ebro, Córdoba... The archive comes from different sources (the International Center of Photography, local family collections, municipal archives, personal finds) and some of it has never been published before! The map lets you move between 1936 and the present, between geography and memory, without imposing a single reading. That felt right for a story with no single thread. This is just the beginning. We're adding locations and building toward the 90th anniversary of the start of the war this July. There's more ground to cover... The map is live. Explore it here! #ReimaginingSCW #SpanishCivilWar #MÓN #Photography #Memory #InteractiveJournalism
Closing the Chapter: EF at La Biennal de Mislata
Feb 2026

Closing the Chapter: EF at La Biennal de Mislata

exhibitions publications
La Biennal de Mislata is the latest stop for Eroding Franco. Between 2025 and 2026, this work has moved through different places and different contexts. Each time, it’s been the same image and a different reading. That’s the point: some symbols don’t disappear, they change form... With Mislata, we’re closing the first exhibition chapter of the project (the phase of simply showing this first narrative in public). We’re thankful to the Biennial and to everyone who has helped the work travel. #ErodingFranco #LaBiennalDeMislata #MÓN #Photography #Memory
Another Cover for our Investigation
Feb 2026

Another Cover for our Investigation

publications
In 2026, Ambienta (Issue 145) takes on a connection that feels urgent: democratic memory and the environment, unpacking how Francoism shaped the land and how the land still carries those decisions. We’re glad to be part of this issue with Eroding Franco! A small intervention on an archival image (Keystone, 1975) that also appears on the cover. Letting the symbol wear away in plain sight, and asking what remains when propaganda loses its surface… while the territory (and its scars) stays in Spain. Thank you to Ambienta and Spain’s Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge for inviting us into such a meaningful frame. #Ambienta #ErodingFranco #DemocraticMemory #Environment #DocumentaryPhotography #Archive #Spain
Eskerrik asko
Dec 2025

Eskerrik asko

exhibitions
50 años de desmemoria came to BIC Ezkerraldea and it made people uncomfortable in the best possible way! MÓN's work, built over years of archives and fieldwork, asked many to look at landscapes we thought we already knew. Landscapes shaped by a dictatorship we preferred to forget, and by a democracy that, in many ways, helped us do exactly that... The old Altos Hornos factory was the right place for this. A building that survived that time, surrounded by everything that didn't. History has a sense of irony because the dictator died 50 years ago. The show is over, but the question it left behind is not!
Our Franco Made Cover
Nov 2025

Our Franco Made Cover

publications
This November marks half a century since Franco’s death… and, somehow, the old dictator has made his way back (literally eroded) onto the cover of L’Avenç magazine. It’s a reminder that even fifty years later, some ghosts never quite fade away (though at least now they return printed on fine art paper). Thanks to the magazine for letting our disintegrating Franco resurface on such a symbolic date. He dissolves. We keep looking. #ErodingFranco #HalfCenturyWithoutFranco #LAvenc #Memory #Photography
A journey through Landscapes that still Ache
Jun 2025

A journey through Landscapes that still Ache

exhibitions
After being part of the exhibition Miradas que atraviesan at the Bogotá International Book Fair (FILBo), the project has kept moving through various cultural contexts across the country. It is included in the Spain in Freedom program promoted by the Spanish Ministry for the Ecological Transition, with an exhibition in Madrid that addresses the legacy of developmentalism and territorial models inherited from the dictatorship. In parallel, it is on view in Terrassa as part of L’Efecte Biarnés, a group show featuring recipients of the Joana Biarnés Grant, which brings together different generations of photographers reflecting on territory. This summer, it is also exhibited at the Luminic Festival, following its selection as the winner of the 2025 edition. The exhibition is not fixed. It shifts with each venue, adapting and taking on new layers of meaning. It doesn’t aim to commemorate, but to understand how we got here. As Camus once said, sometimes it’s the landscape that forces us to think. Eroding Franco simply invites us to stop and look.
Eroding Franco Exhibition in Barcelona
Jan 2025

Eroding Franco Exhibition in Barcelona

exhibitions
As you know, Eroding Franco is a years-long project exploring Franco’s environmental debt and its impact on Spain’s desertification. Through archives and scientific photography, it links mass tourism, agroindustry, and construction to the transformation of the landscape. An exhibition by Photographic Social Vision, supported by the National Geographic Society, The Royal Photographic Society, and Photographic Social Vision. Opening on February 6 at 7 PM at Pati Llimona, Barcelona. Till the 15th of March! See you there.
Our Editorial in National Geographic: Can Spain suffer from Los Angeles-style megafires? The warnings we cannot ignore
Jan 2025

Our Editorial in National Geographic: Can Spain suffer from Los Angeles-style megafires? The warnings we cannot ignore

publications
At MÓN, we document the shifting landscapes of climate change, revealing the patterns that connect disasters across continents. Our latest article, published in National Geographic España, explores the devastating mega-fires in Los Angeles and their alarming parallels with Spain’s escalating wildfire crisis. From California’s hills to the Mediterranean forests, fire seasons are longer, more intense, and increasingly unpredictable. This piece investigates how changing climate conditions, urban expansion, and land mismanagement turn both regions into fire-prone territories with catastrophic consequences.
MÓN Featured in CTXT: The Sierra de la Culebra and the Fire Economy
Sep 2024

MÓN Featured in CTXT: The Sierra de la Culebra and the Fire Economy

publications
In regions like the Sierra de la Culebra in Spain, wildfires go beyond being natural disasters. They are connected to important economic interests, land management practices, and the heavy timber industry. Our latest reportage explores how these fires are related with broader economic dynamics, affecting both the environment and local communities. In collaboration with journalist Elena Sánchez. See full story in Spanish here.
‘Eroding Franco’ & the RPS
Mar 2024

‘Eroding Franco’ & the RPS

publications
We're happy to announce the feature of 'Eroding Franco' in the Royal Photographic Society's Journal for the January-March 2024 issue. This project by Jordi Jon Pardo delves into the indelible mark left by Franco’s regime on Spain's landscapes and the ongoing struggle with desertification. With support from institutions like the National Geographic Society, The Royal Photographic Society, and Photographic Social Vision, 'Eroding Franco' still waves a narrative that ties today's environmental crisis with historical actions.
MÓN Featured in National Geographic: A Story of Collaboration and Recovery
Feb 2024

MÓN Featured in National Geographic: A Story of Collaboration and Recovery

publications
MÓN is delighted to unveil a collaboration with National Geographic Spain, written by Claudia Paparelli and photographed by MÓN's member, Jordi Jon, exploring our participation in 'From Devastation to Conservation: Post-Wildfire Resilience in Spain' project, carried out by a team of Explorers of the NGS. The article showcases the efforts in Sotalbo, Ávila, highlighting the community's role in reforestation. MÓN's member, Jordi Jon, captured the essence of this initiative, depicting the community's dedication amidst the challenges posed by wildfires.
The Water of Climate Change
Feb 2024

The Water of Climate Change

editorial
In the shadow of an unprecedented drought, we are cast into a tale as ancient as the seas, where humanity's struggle with the whims of nature unfolds anew. Samuel Taylor Coleridge, through 'The Rime of the Ancient Mariner,' poeticizes the water's cruel paradox: an expanse of sea that offers no reprieve from thirst. This image of mariners adrift, ensnared by water yet perishing from lack of it, resembles the irony facing our modern places. The initiative represents a testament to our commitment to sustainable environmental practices. This recognition by FIRE-RES underlines our dedication to addressing critical environmental challenges and showcases our collaborative approach to conservation and community resilience, central tenets of MÓN's mission.
MÓN and National Geographic Explorers Join FIRE-RES Challenge to Keep Revitalize Fire-Stricken Spanish Ecosystems
Jan 2024

MÓN and National Geographic Explorers Join FIRE-RES Challenge to Keep Revitalize Fire-Stricken Spanish Ecosystems

awards
MÓN is proud to announce its collaboration with the FIRE-RES Open Innovation Challenge. The project "From Devastation to Conservation: Post-Wildfire Resilience in Spain," conducted by Explorers of the National Geographic Society, aims to revitalize wildfire-devastated regions into resilient ecosystems. This initiative embodies a pioneering and holistic approach to environmental restoration and community engagement, illustrating a commitment to sustainable and regenerative strategies in Sotalbo, Ávila. The initiative represents a testament to our commitment to sustainable environmental practices. This recognition by FIRE-RES underlines our dedication to addressing critical environmental challenges and showcases our collaborative approach to conservation and community resilience, central tenets of MÓN's mission.
‘Eroding Franco’ wins the 5th Joana Biarnés Scholarship
Jan 2024

‘Eroding Franco’ wins the 5th Joana Biarnés Scholarship

awards
We are thrilled to announce that MÓN’s member, Jordi Jon Pardo, has been awarded the 5th Joana Biarnés Scholarship funded by the Photographic Social Vision. His winning project, ‘Eroding Franco,’ as you might know, delves into Spain's desertification and its ties to the economic pursuits during Franco's regime, which remains influential today. The opportunity provides funds for Jordi Jon to expand this photographic investigation over nine months, under the mentorship of Juan Valbuena, the founder of NOPHOTO collective and director of PHREE. "Eroding Franco" is not just an exploration of environmental degradation but also a journey through Spain's past, revealing enduring scars on the country and its society. The project serves as a call to collective responsibility towards the environment and humanity. See more at Photographic Social Vision Foundation's website.
The other Desertification
Jan 2024

The other Desertification

editorial
The Iberian Peninsula, comprising Spain and Portugal, is renowned for having the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, a testament to its rich cultural and historical depth. However, particularly in Spain, a different kind of desertification is unfolding alongside the environmental one: the cultural desertification. This phenomenon is characterized by the reshaping of cultural symbols and traditions into mere tourist attractions. In Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, this is evident where local artisan shops are steadily replaced by souvenir stores and fast-food chains, shifting away from authentic Catalonian culture.
Mediano’s Resurfaced Church: A tale of Spain’s Dam History
Dec 2023

Mediano’s Resurfaced Church: A tale of Spain’s Dam History

editorial
The Mediano Church, built in the 16th century, stands today as a reminder of the intricate relationship between human development and the environment in the Aragonese Pyrenees, Northern Spain. Submerged in 1969 for the construction of a reservoir during the Franco era, a symbol of progress at that time, the Mediano Church also represents the displacements and profound changes in people's lives, as evidenced by the ecological fate that has marked this former village.
From Devastation to Conservation: Post-Wildfire Resilience in Spain
Oct 2023

From Devastation to Conservation: Post-Wildfire Resilience in Spain

project
The Reforestation Initiative in Sierra de la Paramera is a collaborative project led by the Meridian Team of the National Geographic Society and MÓN. This initiative aims to restore the ecological balance of the Sierra de la Paramera region in Spain after it was ravaged by a devastating forest fire in August 2021. The project not only focuses on replanting trees but also emphasizes the importance of community resilience and environmental awareness. Key Objectives: Reforestation: The primary objective is to replant and restore the local ecosystem by introducing a diverse range of plant species. The project targets the reintroduction of approximately 30 different plant species, including elm, poplar, oak, chestnut, and pine. Community Resilience: The project values the community's resilience in the face of environmental challenges. It celebrates the efforts of Sotalbo Resurge, a local initiative that emerged after the fire to support affected residents. Educational Outreach: To raise environmental awareness, the project has designed and conducted educational workshops and excursions for local schools, prioritizing the importance of ecological consciousness. Multimedia Documentary: In addition to reforestation, a multimedia documentary is in the works. It aims to capture stories of resilience in the aftermath of the forest fire and the collective reforestation efforts. Volunteer Participation: The project has garnered enthusiastic support from approximately 100 local and non-local volunteers, reflecting the community's commitment and resilience. Together, they have planted nearly 10,000 seedlings. These remaining seedlings will be reinvested in local projects and among neighboring volunteers. Join Our Cause: While this piece is not a direct call to action, we invite everyone to stay updated and informed about our ongoing reforestation efforts. Together, we are contributing to the restoration of the Sierra de la Paramera, and we welcome you to follow our progress on this ecological journey. Thank you for being part of our mission to create a greener, more resilient future.
Unearthed Under Franco’s Shadow: “The Crisis of Spanish Architecture” Exposes Environmental Neglect
Apr 2023

Unearthed Under Franco’s Shadow: “The Crisis of Spanish Architecture” Exposes Environmental Neglect

editorial
In a striking revelation unearthed by MÓN, a document titled "The Crisis of Spanish Architecture," published in the thick of Franco's regime in 1972, sheds new light on Spain’s past environmental policies. This discovery, crucial to our 'Eroding Franco' project, offers a rare glimpse into the ecological thinking and criticism during a time when such discourse was often suppressed under the Francoist dictatorship.
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Mar 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

editorial
The visual documentation of the destruction and death in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine seems to have cut more deeply into the people’s hearts than similar atrocities elsewhere. Meanwhile, thousands of people are being pushed out of their homes and moving across borders to leave behind the violence. But unlike the refugees who have flooded Europe in other crises over the past decade, they are being welcomed. As we follow the war, we are horrified by the devastation we see and shocked by the courage of the Ukrainian society.
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