Hélio Oiticica
Brazilian, 1937–1980
Introduction
Hélio Oiticica (Portuguese: [ˈεlju ɔjtʃiˈsikɐ]; July 26, 1937 – March 22, 1980) was a Brazilian visual artist, sculptor, painter, performance artist, and theorist best known for his participation in the Neo-Concrete Movement, for his innovative use of color, and for what he later termed "environmental art," which included Parangolés and Penetrables, like the famous Tropicália. Oiticica was also a filmmaker and writer.
Wikidata identifier
Q604340
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Introduction
Brazilian installation artist whose sculpture, architectural installations, and large-scale environments of an immersive nature, encourage the viewer to actively participate in his work.
Country of birth
Brazil
Roles
Artist, costume designer, mixed-media artist, painter, performance artist, photographer, sculptor
ULAN identifier
500111185
Names
Hélio Oiticica, Helio Oiticica
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