New art exhibitions open in Brazil featuring Roberto Galvão and indigenous artists

Two distinct art exhibitions are opening in Brazil, highlighting diverse themes from color theory to indigenous spirituality.

In Fortaleza, the Museu da Cultura Cearense is hosting “UNA” by artist Roberto Galvão. The exhibition features 114 works, including 14 sculptures, 98 works on paper, and two canvases. Moving away from his previous vibrant color palettes, Galvão uses the color black as a creative matrix. The title “UNA” is a suffix in Nheengatu, an indigenous language of the Amazon, meaning black. The show runs until November 1, 2026.

In Recife, the Christal Galeria has inaugurated “KAMYTÁ,” an exhibition featuring new works by indigenous artists Olinda Tupinambá and Ziel Karapotó. The collection resulted from an artistic residency in the Costa dos Corais Environmental Protection Area. The works, which include ritual paintings and photo-performances, explore themes of ancestral memory, territory, and climate emergency. The project was curated by Denilson Baniwa and documented by photographer Lila Rodrigues.