Maria Luisa Figueiredo

My artistic journey has evolved from engaging oil paintings, rich in depth and perspective, to captivating three-dimensional installations.
Whether on canvas or in installations, my creations consistently share a playful essence, inviting viewers to actively engage with the art. The paintings, almost interactive, spark curiosity through their mystical and surreal appeal, challenging the conventions of contemporary art.
My installations take interactivity a step further, allowing tactile exploration – a departure from the untouchable nature of traditional paintings. I tend to provocatively challenge artistic conventions, creating textual paintings considered off-limits and sculptures hidden inside boxes, generating a tension between desire and accessibility.
At the core of my practice is the deliberate absence of translations or explicit explanations about the pieces I create. This intentional mystery serves as a tool to provoke curiosity and stimulate the audience’s critical thinking, fostering a unique and transformative artistic experience.