Paulo Nazareth on Migration, Faith, and Refusing Venice
Brazilian artist Paulo Nazareth, based in Belo Horizonte, is holding simultaneous solo exhibitions in Venice, Italy, and Veneza, Brazil. In a conversation with Camila Belchior, he discusses how migration, faith, and family history shape his work. Nazareth refuses to attend the Venice exhibition, critiquing the art world's structures. His practice explores trade routes, colonialism, and personal narratives through performance, photography, and installation.
Key facts
- Paulo Nazareth is a Brazilian artist based in Belo Horizonte.
- He holds solo exhibitions in Venice, Italy, and Veneza, Brazil.
- The exhibitions are concurrent.
- Camila Belchior conducted the interview.
- Nazareth refuses to go to Venice.
- His work addresses migration, faith, and family history.
- Themes include trade, history, and colonialism.
- The exhibitions are presented by Ocula magazine.
Entities
Artists
- Paulo Nazareth
Institutions
- Ocula
Locations
- Belo Horizonte
- Brazil
- Venice
- Italy
- Veneza