Wall Painting Woman and Shell by Andre Menezes
Rich in symbolism and handcrafted detail, this striking wall panel celebrates the connection between sea, spirit, and storytelling. A central figure raises a shell-adorned vessel toward two stylized fish beneath a guiding star, creating a composition that feels both ceremonial and joyful. Set against a deep ocean-blue background with vibrant colors and dimensional elements, the artwork blends traditional folk-art influences with contemporary visual appeal.
About the artist: André Menezes, a Recife-based artist whose imaginative world merges diverse beings, nature elements, and machines. Self-taught, André's artistic journey began at age eight, crafting art from recyclable materials. Now 30, he's renowned for reclipachê, a blend of recycling, papier-mâché, and paperwork. André's art transforms waste into wonder, in his words: “My imagination is inhabited by beings that are created from the union of other beings, elements of nature and machines." His passion for living lightly on the earth, is contagious when interacting with this reclipachê beings . His dream of an NGO to educate underprivileged communities on responsible waste management came true in 2017, furthering his impact.
Size: 46H x 30W