During the last 2 decades of the 20th century, Juan Waelder worked in advertising as a creative director in Madrid, Los Angeles and New York.His prolific career garnished international awards in print, radio and film.

Surprisingly versatile, Juan Waelder´s sculptures evolve rapidly. His work is to be enjoyed from all angles and the viewer becomes spectator to his wonderful imaginary world. According to the internationally respected sculptress, Betty Gold, “Juan has developed what is most important in an artist’s career; a style of his own, unique and personal.”

Presently Juan Waelder has a permanent exhibit of bronze sculptures in La Residencia, which are available for purchase. As a resident sculptor he is working on-site in the Gallery Sa Tafona where he is offering sculpting classes and consultant services. An experienced teacher, he welcomes students of all ages to join his classes or to simply pass by for an informal chat. According to Waelder, “Art is more feeling than knowledge.”

Tireless in his exploration of sculpture, Juan Waelder knows no limits on the dimensions of his imagination and also creates large murals, which displays his skill on an area of several meters.  At La Residencia, he invites guests to work with him on a mural (4m x 2 m) based on the life of Robert Graves which when finished will grace the entrance to the hotel.

Based on the island of Mallorca for most of his life, the island has been and continues to be a source of artistic inspiration.