With magical illustrations made with vibrant colors and workshops inspired by nature, this Tuesday the Artequin Museum inaugurated “The World of Tarsila”, an exhibition developed together with CMPC and the Brazilian embassy of the Brazilian artist who, with her unique way of capturing the landscapes of his native country, redefined the art of the nation.
With a exhibition that includes photographs and 25 reproductions of the most outstanding paintings by the Brazilian artist Tarsila do Amaral (1886-1973), the Artequin Museum, through the exhibition “The World of Tarsila”, seeks to highlight the contribution made to the artistic, identity and cultural development of Brazil by one of the most relevant artists of the Latin American avant-garde of the 20th century and the modernist movement of the Rio nation in the 1920s.
This international exhibitionorganized in collaboration with the Brazilian embassy and CMPC, invites you to delve into the anthropophagic artistic movement catapulted by Tarsila with unique works such as Abaporu, A Negra, Operários, Antropofagia and EFCB Estrada de Ferro Central do Brasil, which make one travel to the indigenous cultural roots of the green-and-yellow country with bright colors and curved and bulky figures that combine the surreal with the tropical.
With this artistic trend, Inaugurated in a collaborative work with the writers Oswald de Andrade and Raul Bopp, Tarsila do Amaral made a break with the traditional schemes of the time, by leaving the traditional European movements and turning around the art of her country, in order to transform it. into something unique and, as she maintained, “very Brazilian”, rooted in its origins, in the native and giving a sense of identity to each of her works and those of those who were inspired by her.
For this reason, the exhibition, which will be available until January 31, 2025, was inaugurated with the presence of Paola do Amaral Montenegro, Tarsila’s great-grandniece, the Brazilian ambassador to Chile, Paulo Soares; the president of CMPC, Luis Felipe Gazitúa; and diplomatic authorities of Argentina, Panama, among other countries.
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In the same line, the Brazilian ambassador to Chile, Paulo Soares, indicated that this sample is “important because it not only increases the knowledge of Chileans about Brazilian culture about an artist as relevant as Tarsila do Amaral and the modernist movement, but also brings societies closer together because both countries have very good relations and these types of events bring us even closer.”
Without a doubt, the exhibition goes beyond the mere observation of Tarsila do Amaral’s pieces. With a special programming of three artistic workshops gathered under the name “Welcome Spring: Blooming next to Tarsila”, The Artequin Museum not only invites you to observe do Amaral’s works, but also makes attendees part of it.
So, The Green Engraving Workshop will be held on October 26, in which they will be taught how to design and print leaves, flowers and elements inspired by nature with tetra pack boxes.
To these classes, is added the already completed pressed flower taller, where attendees learned this technique to create their own stickersbookmarks and boxes. Previously, a workshop on the Japanese art of kokedama, in which attendees learned to create plants suspended in the air using soil and moss.
“The invitation we make as the Artequin Museum is to live that mixture of questions, experiences, uncertainties and discoveries that Tarsila’s work proposes to us. May we know and live within their worlds so that a space for creation opens up in our own views and territories, and we dare to transform them into something different,” concluded the executive director of the Artequin Museum, Yennyferth Becerra.
The Artequin Museum is located at Av. Portales 3530, Estación Central, and is open all week. The cost of tickets is 1,000 pesos for children, students, and seniors, and 3,000 for adults. Meanwhile, on Sundays admission is free. Participation in the workshops requires prior registration and has an additional cost. For more information you can visit the page
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Interviewer: Good day, and welcome to this exclusive interview. Today, we have the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Laura Silva, an expert in Latin American art and culture. Dr. Silva, thank you for joining us.
Dr. Silva: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to discuss the remarkable Tarsila do Amaral and the new exhibition, “The World of Tarsila,” at the Artequin Museum.
Interviewer: The exhibition just launched, showcasing Tarsila’s vibrant works. Can you tell us what makes Tarsila do Amaral such a pivotal figure in Latin American art?
Dr. Silva: Absolutely! Tarsila do Amaral was a trailblazer of the Latin American avant-garde, a movement that sought to define a unique cultural identity. Her work merges indigenous elements with modernistic styles, creating a distinctly “Brazilian” aesthetic. Tarsila not only redefined landscapes but also infused them with social themes pertinent to Brazil’s evolving identity in the early 20th century.
Interviewer: And this exhibition includes fantastic pieces, right? There are 25 reproductions of her most notable works, including “Abaporu” and “A Negra.” How do these particular pieces reflect her artistic philosophy?
Dr. Silva: Each of these pieces contains layers of meaning. For instance, “Abaporu,” which means “the man who eats,” inspired the anthropophagic movement—a notion of cultural cannibalism, where Brazil ingests diverse influences to create something new and vibrant. The imagery is bold, featuring lush colors and organic forms that speak to both the surreal and the tropical essence of Brazil.
Interviewer: The exhibition also involves workshops that engage visitors creatively. Why is this interactive approach significant when showcasing an artist like Tarsila?
Dr. Silva: Engaging the public through workshops is essential. Tarsila believed in the power of art to connect with one’s identity and surroundings. By encouraging attendees to create art—much like Tarsila did—visitors can explore their interpretations of the themes she addressed. It deepens the experience and fosters a greater understanding of her concepts.
Interviewer: That’s fascinating! In addition to Tarsila, the exhibition emphasizes collaboration with CMPC and the Brazilian embassy. How does this collaboration enhance the cultural dialogue between Brazil and Chile?
Dr. Silva: Collaborations like these are vital. They not only facilitate cultural exchange but also demonstrate the strong bilateral relationships between countries. By highlighting Tarsila’s work, the exhibition opens up conversations about shared heritage and contemporary issues, fostering a sense of unity through art.
Interviewer: You mentioned earlier that the exhibition features vibrant colors and unique thematic elements. How do you think these visual aspects impact the viewer’s connection to the art?
Dr. Silva: Color has a profound psychological effect. In Tarsila’s work, her use of brilliant colors often evokes emotions and transports viewers into the landscapes she painted. This vibrant palette can evoke nostalgia, warmth, or even a sense of longing for connection to the natural world, which Tarsila celebrated in her pieces. It deepens the viewer’s emotional engagement with the art.
Interviewer: The exhibition will be running until January 31, 2025. What should visitors take away from this experience?
Dr. Silva: I hope visitors leave with a renewed appreciation for Tarsila not only as a significant artist but as a cultural icon who paved the way for future generations. This exhibition is a chance to reflect on identity, cultural roots, and the transformative power of art in understanding our world.
Interviewer: Well said, Dr. Silva. Thank you for sharing your insights into Tarsila do Amaral and her influential work. Let’s look forward to seeing how this exhibition resonates with the public!
Dr. Silva: Thank you! I’m excited to see the engagement it generates and the conversations it sparks among visitors.