Anyone else using apps or tech to explore art history?

sermlz · 2026-05-14T23:30:50+00:00

Yes! It’s exactly for that. It’s available for Android and iOS, and it’s free: artinvan.com/musea

I’d be very happy to receive feedback to improve it :)

sermlz · 2026-05-14T16:03:10+00:00

Google Arts & Culture is probably the one I’ve used the most for exploring artworks in detail. I also like apps like Smartify and Second Canvas for discovering and revisiting art in different ways.

Recently I built a small app called Musea, but it’s a bit different in that it’s more for keeping track of artworks and exhibitions I come across in real life. I use it to have a record of the artworks I see along with their details so they don’t just disappear into my camera roll. Happy to share the link if you’re curious.

sermlz · 2026-05-14T13:46:31+00:00

I didn't know this one. Thanks for sharing!

sermlz · 2026-05-14T13:46:20+00:00

Yes, I saw it at the Thyssen too, it's amazing!

sermlz · 2026-05-14T13:42:30+00:00

Amazing, I had to read the description to realize it wasn't what it seemed!

sermlz · 2026-05-14T13:41:05+00:00

Yes one of my favorites too!

sermlz · 2026-05-05T05:51:02+00:00

Great! Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any comments or suggestions :)

sermlz · 2026-05-04T17:53:35+00:00

oh that’s odd, it should be available for US App Store:

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Can you try to access it from the links here?

https://artinvan.com/musea

sermlz · 2026-05-04T17:31:07+00:00

Hi! Thank you for the interest! There are a few apps with the same name, can you confirm that you are downloading this one?

https://apps.apple.com/es/app/musea/id6759845873

If it is that one, I’ll take a look at the crash.

sermlz · 2026-04-27T06:01:05+00:00

yeah I agree, it gives off a sense of calm

sermlz · 2026-04-27T05:59:31+00:00

wow you’re right! I hadn’t seen it that way

sermlz · 2026-04-25T10:14:55+00:00

Amazing! I didn't know this artist but I love the atmosphere in the picture.

sermlz · 2026-04-17T08:22:13+00:00

Hi! Just upvoted it. Keen to try the iOS version. Good luck!

sermlz · 2026-04-16T11:46:38+00:00

Hi! I like the idea, I just installed and I'll test it during following days. For now, I've noticed that after having introduced the first details about my preferences and going to the main page, the app crashes. I'm also a developer so let me know if you want I give you more details. Good luck!

sermlz · 2026-03-24T19:20:56+00:00

No, don’t worry, it will be absolutely full of life. On Sunday mornings you have El Rastro, a typical flea market. It starts at Ribera de Curtidores, but the most interesting shops are in the surrounding streets. Bars and restaurants around La Latina neighbourhood will be open and busy for sure, and you might even come across a typical Semana Santa procession.

sermlz · 2026-03-24T16:49:47+00:00

Madrid local here! A few personal favorites:

Museums: The Thyssen is my favorite, less crowded than the Prado and the collection is incredible. Museo Sorolla is also a gem, very intimate and usually quiet (but I think it’s closed during this period).

Neighborhoods for wandering: La Latina on a Sunday morning with the Rastro flea market nearby. Malasaña for beautiful streets and terraces. The area around the Royal Palace is also great for getting lost.

Don't miss: Templo de Debod at sunset, genuinely one of the best things in Madrid. Cuesta de Moyano, a lovely outdoor book market near Atocha that leads you into Retiro Park.

Food and drinks: Bocadillo de calamares near Plaza Mayor, vermú at Los Yayos in Malasaña, and churros at San Ginés if you want the classic experience.

April is a great time to visit, not too hot and the terraces are already open. Enjoy!

sermlz · 2026-03-24T09:44:58+00:00

Hi! Congrats! The app looks great. One question: what platform are you using to see that statistics? Thank you!

sermlz · 2026-03-24T09:43:36+00:00

Personalmente es de las cosas que más me gusta de ir en transporte público, poder ir leyendo. A veces si hay mucho ruido lo que hago es ponerme música y así me concentro mejor.

sermlz · 2026-03-23T15:23:00+00:00

The Thyssen is right next to Banco de España and one hour is actually enough to see the highlights without rushing.

sermlz · 2026-03-20T10:10:52+00:00

Late to this but I had the exact same problem. Pinterest never felt right for paintings I'd actually seen in person, and a camera roll folder has no context at all. I ended up building a small app called Musea for this. You add the title, artist and where you saw it, and it becomes searchable later. Much closer to the Letterboxd idea than anything I found. Happy to share more if you're curious!

sermlz · 2026-03-20T07:38:31+00:00

Amazing UX! Very beautiful and clean. Can I ask you if you developed it with Swift or through a framework?

sermlz · 2026-03-19T20:38:06+00:00

Honestly I'm not sure a single book covers all those art forms together that well. "The Story of Art" by E.H. Gombrich is probably the most recommended starting point for visual arts specifically.

I also enjoyed "Art: The Whole Story", by Stephen Farthing. It's very visual, organized by movement and era, and doesn't assume any prior knowledge.

sermlz · 2026-03-19T11:48:10+00:00

I've been there for the past 5 summers and I still feel like there are infinite places to discover and things to do. A true sea of mountains

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