The exhibition “It Must Be Seen. The Autonomy of Colour in Abstract Art” explores color as a central element in 20th and 21st-century art. Featuring paintings, sculptures, installations, and videos, it highlights artists who have freed color from representation. David Batchelor is part of the exhibition, bringing his exploration of color and its vibrant presence in space.
The solo exhibition “Essence: Matter” by José Carlos Martinat at the N.A.S.A.L gallery merges medicine and spirituality. Featuring jute structures dyed with natural pigments, the work draws inspiration from the SARS-CoV-2 genome and traditional healing practices, creating a sensory environment unified through fabric, sound, and aroma.
The Poldi Pezzoli Museum presents the exhibition of Elisa Sighicelli , who reinterprets its collection of ancient glass through photography and light. Creating an immersive environment in the Collector’s Room, the artist transforms the transparency of glass into fantastic entities, poetically merging past and present.
The exhibition Fullgás – Visual Arts and the 1980s in Brazil brings together around 300 works by more than 200 artists, highlighting the diversity of artistic production from 1978 to 1993. Curated by Raphael Fonseca, Amanda Tavares, and Tálisson Melo, the show features renowned names such as Adriana Varejão and Beatriz Milhazes, as well as artists from various regions of Brazil. Luiz Braga, known for his photographs that explore light and Amazonian culture, plays a prominent role, reinforcing the relevance of art beyond the Rio-São Paulo axis.
Tiago Sant’Ana is participating in the exhibition “Delírio Tropical” at the Pinacoteca do Ceará. The show is part of the 3rd Fotofestival SOLAR and brings together 133 artists exploring the complexities of Brazil. Curated by Orlando Maneschy and Keyla Sobral, the exhibition presents a visual cartography of the country. As part of the show, Tiago Sant’Ana showcases “Refino #2 (2017)”, a work that challenges coloniality. Ultimately, the exhibition offers a multifaceted perspective on Brazil.
Felipe Rezende is part of the 31st Youth Art Exhibition (MAJ) at Sesc Ribeirão Preto. Additionally, Camila Fontenele and Tiago Gualberto curate the event, solidifying it as a platform for artistic experimentation. In this way, the exhibition values contemporary young production and connects it to the current Brazilian context. As part of the show, Felipe Rezende presents Das tripas nuvens (2024), a work that blends memory and fiction, inspired by a fishing trip in Bahia. Finally, the artist incorporates the red boat, a recurring metaphor in his work, to reflect on social inequalities and the right to rest and dream.
Luiz Braga is participating in the exhibition “Amazonias. El futuro ancestral”, currently on display at the Centre de Cultura Contemporània de Barcelona – CCCB in Spain, curated by Claudi Carreras. For this reason, the exhibition highlights the cultural and natural richness of the Amazon through the works of Indigenous artists. Additionally, Luiz Braga stands out, as his photography captures the colors and everyday life of the Amazon. In this way, the exhibition invites the public to a sensory immersion in the Amazonian ecosystem. Consequently, it encourages reflections on the region’s ecological importance. Finally, the exhibition reinforces the need to preserve this essential territory for the planet.
Zilvinas Kempinas is participating in the exhibition “Même les soleils sont ivres”, currently on display at the Collection Lambert in Avignon, France. As part of the Avignon Terre de Culture 2025 celebrations, the exhibition takes its title from a phrase by Albert Camus in La Postérité du soleil.
The exhibition brings together contemporary and classical works, including installations, videos, photographs, sculptures, and paintings, exploring the sensitive relationship between humans and the land they inhabit, shaped by a climate influenced by the wind.
“Même les soleils sont ivres” will be on display until May 25, 2025.
Group Exhibition
Curator: Orlando Maneschy
The Pinacoteca of Ceará, in Fortaleza, presents the exhibition “Tropical Delight,” curated by Orlando Maneschy. The show highlights the connections between art, culture, and the environment, celebrating the richness of tropical regions. Among the participating artists, Luiz Braga stands out with works that capture the essence of the Amazon and resonate with the exhibition’s theme. Since its opening in 2022, the Pinacoteca has become a reference in contemporary art. Its diverse programming reflects Brazil’s cultural and environmental diversity.
Group Exhibition
“Fractured Times” is an exhibition that brings together a vast selection of works by Luiz Braga, one of Brazil’s most important photographers. The show seeks to explore the complexity and depth of Braga’s work, which is known for its vibrant and poetic images of everyday life in the Amazon.
Curators: Ana Magalhães, Felipe Chaimovich, Helouise Costa, Marta Bogéa, Priscila Arantes, and Rodrigo Queiroz.
The “Mondes en Commun” festival at the Musée Départemental Albert-Kahn features works by 10 contemporary photographers, including Luiz Braga. The event revisits the legacy of the Archives de la Planète, highlighting the world’s diversity through photography, with a festive program and cultural activities.
Group Exhibition
Curator: Raphael Fonseca
Felipe Rezende Mercosur Biennial is the highlight of Galeria Leme in its 14th edition.
The event will take place from March 27 to June 1, 2025, in Porto Alegre, Brazil. With this in mind, the Biennial reinforces its importance as one of the most prestigious art events in Latin America. Furthermore, this year’s theme, “Flash,” curated by Raphael Fonseca, delves into moments of inspiration and transformation. The event will feature 76 artists, many of whom, will present works specially commissioned for the Biennial.
For instance, Felipe Rezende, one of Brazil’s most prominent contemporary artists, is set to deliver a piece that aligns perfectly with the theme “Flash.” In fact, the Felipe Rezende Mercosur Biennial participation is a testament to his contribution to contemporary art. The Mercosur Biennial is well-known for bringing together artists from various countries, fostering deep reflections through art. As a result, Felipe Rezende’s participation highlights his significance in the contemporary art world.
Since its establishment in 1997, the Mercosur Biennial has grown into a crucial platform for promoting artists and their creations. Thus, the inclusion of Felipe Rezende Mercosur Biennial emphasizes the global relevance of Brazilian art, marking a milestone for both the artist and the event.
Finally, Galeria Leme encourages everyone to visit the 14th Mercosur Biennial and experience the remarkable work of Felipe Rezende. Don’t miss this opportunity to appreciate the talent of an exceptional artist at one of the largest art events in Latin America.
