Raul Mourão's Kinetic Sculptures Open Ala Mar at Cais das Artes
The Cais das Artes cultural complex in Vitória, Espírito Santo, created by Paulo Mendes da Rocha, has unveiled Ala Mar, a project intended to enliven outdoor spaces with modern art and educational initiatives. The inauguration showcases two kinetic sculptures from 2020 by Raul Mourão—Hourglass and The Flag—alongside an installation titled mundo-casa-mundo by Rick Rodrigues, curated by Clara Sampaio. Mourão, recognized for his critique of urban security through the Grades series, chose these pieces for their interaction with the building's design. Crafted from corten steel, the sculptures encourage public engagement. Sampaio characterized Ala Mar as 'arte e ações educativas ao ar livre,' aiming to enhance dialogue among art, architecture, and landscape, thus integrating Vitória into Brazil's contemporary art narrative.
Key facts
- Cais das Artes is located in Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
- The complex was designed by architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha.
- Ala Mar is a new initiative for outdoor installations and educational activities.
- Raul Mourão's sculptures 'Hourglass' and 'The Flag' are from 2020 and made of corten steel.
- Rick Rodrigues's commissioned installation 'mundo-casa-mundo' involves visitor participation through embroidery.
- The curator is Clara Sampaio, who is also an artist and researcher.
- Mourão's 'Grades' series critiques urban security policies.
- Mourão's sculptures are interactive and kinetic, activated by the public.
Entities
Artists
- Raul Mourão
- Rick Rodrigues
- Paulo Mendes da Rocha
- Clara Sampaio
Institutions
- Cais das Artes
- Galeria Gabinete
- Parque Cultural Casa do Governador
- Universidade de Coimbra
- Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo (UFES)
Locations
- Vitória
- Espírito Santo
- Brazil
- Rio de Janeiro