Sara Antónia Matos, director and curator of the Atelier-Museum Júlio Pomar, agreed to choose and comment for the Observer, 10 paradigmatic works of Júlio Pomar. In these choices, which include works from 1946 to 2011, it is possible to observe changes in style and technique, even when the themes are repeated. the portuguese artist Júlio Pomar who studied at the António Arroio School of Decorative Arts and at the Superior School of Fine Arts in Lisbon and Porto, is still recognized today as a neo-realist painter, involved in art as a form of social protest. The “Gadanheiro” and “O Almoço do Trolha” are from this period of protest, paintings with a clear message against the conservatism of the time and the dictatorship. Travel through the career of Júlio Pomar, through the choices of Sara Antónia Matos.

Vhils grew up in Seixal, an industrialized suburb across the river from Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, and was profoundly influenced by the transformations brought about by the intense urban development the country underwent in the 1980s and 1990s.Alexandre Farto was particularly inspired by the way city walls absorb the social and historical changes taking place around them. Discover five iconic works of art from Vhils.

Yayoi Kusama is one of the artists most important of our time, which has been dazzling the public with its immersive installations “Infinity Mirror Rooms” with an aesthetic that embraces light, polka dots and pumpkins. A artist The avant-garde came to prominence in the 1960s in New York, where she staged provocative Happenings and exhibited hallucinatory paintings of loops and dots that she called “Infinite Networks”. Yayoi Kusamain influenced several artists such as Andy Warhol and foreshadowed the rise of feminist art and pop. ⁠Discover three artists from the P55.ART with a language close to Yayoi Kusama.

Thinking of investing in a work by the Portuguese artist? José de Guimarães is considered one of the main Portuguese visual artists of Contemporary Art, having a vast and remarkable work in painting, sculpture and other creative activities, which makes him one of the most awarded Portuguese plastic artists. Discover five reasons to invest in José de Guimarães. 

Spring is the season linked to the rebirth of ideas, rejuvenation, renewal and resurrection. At this time of the year, Nature becomes even more beautiful, full of flowers of various colors, of the richest hues, of intense and diverse perfumes. This climate propitiates the beginning of the reproductive period of many trees and plants.Spring as art brings joy every time we contemplate it. Discover in this collectionbright and colorful artworks from artists around the world that are sure to delight you.

To whet your appetite for spring ahead, we've put together a list of five of our favorite artist-designed gardens. Grown by people like Frida Kahlo and members of the Bloomsbury Group, these living works of art have offered inspiration to painters and sculptors. This is the inspiration you need, just in time for spring. Here are 5 extraordinary gardens designed by artists from Frida Kahlo to Robert Irwin.

All works of art create change and push existing ideas in new directions and into new dimensions, but there are some works of art that have revolutionized the art world. Find out in this list.

This Wednesday, March 16, 2022, Manuel Cargaleiro, the master of Portuguese Lyrical Abstractionism celebrates his 95th birthday. the portuguese artist Manuel Cargaleiro created a striking language in the artistic world by combining ceramics and painting, through interplay between color, light and shadow. The influence of the traditional Portuguese tile is denoted, by the repetition of the quadrilaterals and the use of colors such as blue and white. In addition to painting and ceramics,Manuel Cargaleiro he also explored drawing, sculpture, tapestry and engraving. Discover more aboutManuel Cargaleiro in this article.

On this list you will find unmissable films by great women who changed the world of arts through their paintings, sculptures and photographs. The life of each of these artists was largely driven by passions and tragedies that ended up giving even more strength to their artistic productions. Whichever you choose, you will be charmed by the immersive story!

Animals have inspired artists since the earliest cave paintings of deer and bison - and cats, dogs, birds and other pets have continued to aid creativity with their beauty, humour, companionship and cuteness. Find out in this list all about some of the greatest visual artists and animal relationships and the amazing work they inspired.

José de Guimarães he collected to understand the other (the quality of being) and the others – that which is diverse, that has heritage and habits radically different from his own. Discover the characteristics of each collection included in the International Arts CenterJosé de Guimarães.

Large-scale murals and smaller works on doors and wood paneling, fromAlexandre Farto, also known asVhils, combines detailed figuration with a process where he tears the surfaces to be perforated or with chemical products to create his images (predominantly portraits).Vhils he has exhibited in several cities around the world and has produced collaborations with several institutions, including the EDP Foundation in Lisbon, the Center Pompidou, the Barbican Centre, the CAFA Art Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego. Discover the spaces in Porto where there are murals ofVhils.

International Women's Day is a great occasion to give gifts and express our appreciation for women.annually to March 8th, we remember the achievements of women who, throughout history, fought for their rights and against prejudice.
P55.ART is celebrating this day dedicated to women with a collection full of artists who revolutionize and mark their vision in the world of art!

Want to invest in art but don't know where to start? Are you a new collector and need more guidance? P55.ART put together a list of 5 renowned contemporary artists. Find out which artist most influential of today in which you want to invest.Check out P55.ART's tips for those who are starting to collect art. If you have questions, contact us!