In this last week of cycle #5 of our ARTE+CARE program, Rafael Baron presents the series “Lambe-Lambe“, comprising 20 small-format paintings developed from his imagery universe – based on the study of the human figure. The artist sought inspiration from the legendary “lambe-lambe” photographers (or street photographers), who emerged in the first decades of the 20th century working in public squares and parks. These professionals work taking photographs of special moments in family and also simple portraits for IDs. The popular street photographers are part of the artist’s childhood memories and from this first contact he became interested in the aesthetics of the portrait.
Part of the sales of these works will benefit another relevant initiative of public interest in the fields of culture, health and primary care. In this 5th cycle, we are supporting the campaign #IPNresiste, which aims to seize funds for the preservation of the Instituto Pretos Novos (Institute of New Blacks) – IPN – currently with no government or institutional supporters. Located in the Gamboa neighbourhood, in the downtown area of Rio de Janeiro, the IPN has the mission of stimulating and promoting the construction of memories in relation to African and Afro Brazilian cultures, as well as fostering reflection on slavery and racial equality in Brazil.
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ARTE+CARE is a program to support our artists and to help people and organizations that aid, care, and protect those who are most affected during these difficult times: cultural workers facing economic strain, children and vulnerable communities. Series of unpublished works at affordable prices (ranging from USD 250 to USD 900 each) were developed exclusively by our represented artists for the program, and each month, part of the sales will be donated to a different initiative.