“Public Space” (August 2022) in Toftlund, Denmark, curated by Kunstbureau Kolossal. All images © Cinta Vidal, shared with permission
It’s all about perspective in the multifaceted murals of Cinta Vidal, several of which the artist recently completed in Italy, Portugal, Germany, and Denmark. While some works focus on architectural details such as gable ends jutting out at unexpected angles or clustered together in mind-bending proportions, other pieces emphasize the relationships between people and their interactions within space or with each other as they navigate their shifting surroundings.
In preparation for a new project, Vidal researches the history and culture of an area and the buildings that surround the wall where she plans to work. Her characteristically suspended structures, household objects, and geometric shapes (previously) cast shadows and appear to sail through compositions that connect thematically to neighborhood or special events. “All my murals play with their surroundings, reflecting and honoring the aesthetics and culture that surrounds them,” she tells Colossal. “I always do research, study the wall context, and paint a detailed sketch before going.”
Vidal’s painting “On Chairs” is also featured on the album cover of Tears for Fears’ latest album The Tipping Point. She is currently working toward a solo exhibition with Thinkspace Projects in New York in autumn of next year, and you can find more of her work on her website and Instagram.
“At work” (June 2022) in Covilhã, Portugal, for WOOL Urban Art Festival
“Neighborhood” (August 2022) in Horsens, Denmark, curated by Kunstbureau Kolossal.
“Behind” (July 2022) in Ludwigshafen, Germany, for Muralu Street Art
“Nonna” (July 2022) in Civitacampomarano, Italy, for CVTà Street Fest
A painted door in Civitacampomarano, Italy
Detail of “Behind”
“Neighborhood” in progress
“Public Space” in progress
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