A series inspired by a Brazilian folktale from the state of Espírito Santo. The story takes place when slavery was still legal in Brazil, and tells of black people who went to a party in secret, wearing masks and full-body costumes so the slave-owners couldn’t recognize them.
Now, it is a popular festival. I imagine a world where every day is holiday and creatures wearing masks go out to have fun; creatures that make their own costumes and speak their own language without fear of being lynched or arrested.
João bananeira & friends I. ( 76cmx61cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends II. ( 76cmx61cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends III. ( 101.5cmx76cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends IV. ( 76cmx61cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends V. ( 101.5cmx76cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends VII. ( 101.5cmx76cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
João bananeira & friends VI ( 50.5cmx40.5cm ). Spraypaint, acrylic and Posca marker on wood panel.
Samurai flower. ( 50.5cmx40.5cm ). Spraypaint and Posca marker on wood panel.
