Bicho Homem, an exhibition by Bordalo II, at the Usina Luis Maluf, in São Paulo stems from the consequences of excessive consumption in society. The exhibition features forty new works, and is open to the public until May 03, from Monday to Friday, between 10am and 7pm.
After the success of the show Evilution, in Lisbon, Bordalo II presents us with a different approach, in which the consequences of the current dynamics of consumption reflect a growing environmental burden, together with an impact on the organisation of the spaces themselves, in which «cities become epicentres of inequality and conflict», according to the press release of the exhibition. In the artist’s eyes, the problem threatens the climate of peace, and may even compromise the harmonious relationship between human beings and bichos [animals].
Portraying animals in his works of art, Bordalo admits to having chosen those that are less fond of thinking beings, hence the visual impact they provide when viewed. But the methodology that the artist chose to use is also curious. The works now appearing inside and outside the Usina Maluf are a fusion of materials found in recycling cooperatives. Three tons of material were collected for the production Bicho Homem, from plastic objects, ropes, fishing nets, wood, cuddly toys and much more. Has the time come to put an end to unbridled consumption and help the planet survive a few millennia longer? We invite you to get to know the 40 works of the Portuguese artist, who did a wonderful job with the choice of colours and even included an extra: a self-supporting sculpture.
After the success of the show Evilution, in Lisbon, Bordalo II presents us with a different approach, in which the consequences of the current dynamics of consumption reflect a growing environmental burden, together with an impact on the organisation of the spaces themselves, in which «cities become epicentres of inequality and conflict», according to the press release of the exhibition. In the artist’s eyes, the problem threatens the climate of peace, and may even compromise the harmonious relationship between human beings and bichos [animals].
Portraying animals in his works of art, Bordalo admits to having chosen those that are less fond of thinking beings, hence the visual impact they provide when viewed. But the methodology that the artist chose to use is also curious. The works now appearing inside and outside the Usina Maluf are a fusion of materials found in recycling cooperatives. Three tons of material were collected for the production Bicho Homem, from plastic objects, ropes, fishing nets, wood, cuddly toys and much more. Has the time come to put an end to unbridled consumption and help the planet survive a few millennia longer? We invite you to get to know the 40 works of the Portuguese artist, who did a wonderful job with the choice of colours and even included an extra: a self-supporting sculpture.
