Beatriz Milhazes: Mistura Sagrada

This book showcases 10 vibrant, large-scale paintings by Beatriz Milhazes created during the pandemic quarantine, along with an immersive multimedia installation titled Gamboa III. It includes additional images of Milhazes' previous sculptural works and new texts that illuminate her highly generative practice. An essay by curator Mark Godfrey explores Milhazes' art in relation to landscape, logo, structure, spontaneity, surface, and spirituality, and a conversation between Milhazes and fellow artist Polly Apfelbaum delves into her emergence within the international art scene and her relationship with her practice today.

Format: Hardback
Length: 130 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2023
Publisher: Pace Publishing

Celebrated Brazilian virtuoso of joyously chromatic abstraction, Beatriz Milhazes, has unveiled a captivating new book in collaboration with Pace Gallery, marking her debut solo exhibition since joining the gallery in 2020. This remarkable publication showcases a selection of ten vibrant, large-scale paintings meticulously crafted during the challenging pandemic quarantine period. In addition, the book features an immersive multimedia installation titled "Gamboa III" (2020), which incorporates materials sourced from carnival props, adding a touch of whimsy and playfulness to the artistic narrative. Accompanying this visual feast are additional images of Milhazes' previous sculptural works, providing a deeper insight into her highly generative practice. Furthermore, the publication includes insightful new texts that shed light on the artist's creative process, immersing readers in her colorful and spiritual world. Curator Mark Godfrey delves into the intricate relationship between Milhazes' art and key concepts such as "landscape," "logo," "structure," "spontaneity," "surface," and "spirituality," offering a thought-provoking essay that explores the artist's unique perspective. In a captivating conversation, Milhazes engages in a dialogue with fellow artist Polly Apfelbaum, shedding light on her journey within the international art scene and her unwavering commitment to her artistic practice. This captivating book serves as a testament to Milhazes' exceptional talent and her ability to create works that evoke a sense of joy, wonder, and contemplation.

Dimension: 260 x 248 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781948701617