Fernando G. Baptista, senior graphics editor and artist for National Geographic Magazine, tells us what he loves about Bilbao, his hometown, as he creates a model of himself painting the small Spanish city.
An evening walk along the Paseo Campo de Volantín provides another great view: the Guggenheim lit up and reflected in the river. It looks like a scene straight out of a sci-fi movie. Bridges are a big part of Bilbao, from historic ones like the San Antón to the modern Santiago Calatrava-designed Zubizuri with its glass walkway. One of the city's most emblematic structures, the Tiger building also holds special meaning for me because my grandfather worked on its construction in 1940. Residents always compare Bilbao to a small town, as it’s common to run into friends and family on walks around the city. It’s what makes me feel at home.
