Paulo Nazareth's Berlin Exhibition Proceeds Despite His Refusal to Enter Europe
Paulo Nazareth, a Brazilian artist, is showcasing "África é um País" in Berlin, although he will not be present due to his decision to avoid Europe. For more than 15 years, he has engaged in ritualistic journeys throughout the Americas and Africa, turning the theme of displacement into artistic expression while highlighting ancestry and memory. Nazareth plans to refrain from visiting Europe until he has explored all 54 African nations, even though his art has been exhibited there for over ten years. His work will also be displayed at Punta della Dogana during the Venice Biennale in 2026. Recent pieces include the "Verde" (2025) series, which critiques the notion that one must travel to Europe to learn about art, while further examining colonialism and cultural exchange.
Key facts
- Paulo Nazareth is a Brazilian artist
- He is presenting the exhibition "África é um País" in Berlin
- Nazareth refuses to set foot in Europe until he has visited all 54 African countries
- He has conducted ritualistic walks across the Americas and Africa for over 15 years
- His work has circulated in Europe for more than a decade despite his physical absence
- In 2026, his work will be shown at Punta della Dogana during the Venice Biennale
- Recent works include the "Verde" (2025) and "Amarelo-Laranja" (2025) painting series
- His practice critiques the idea that artists must go to Europe to learn art
Entities
Artists
- Paulo Nazareth
- Tajla Vale
Institutions
- Punta della Dogana
- Bienal de Veneza
- Dasartes
Locations
- Berlim
- Germany
- Venice
- Italy
- Brazil
Sources
- Dasartes —