Galo 

This vibrant print, Galo, was created by Aldemir Martins, who was deeply inspired by the culture and landscape of his native Brazil. Martins employed screen-printing, a process capable of producing bold, flat areas of color. The inks sit on the surface of the paper, lending the image a tactile presence. The Rooster emerges through the interplay of shapes and vivid colors. The artist masterfully uses layering and juxtaposition to create depth and movement, evoking the energy of Brazilian modernism. Screen-printing is inherently linked to the world of industrial production, associated with posters and commercial graphics. By embracing this medium, Martins blurred the lines between fine art and popular design. His work celebrates everyday life, elevated through the careful application of craft processes. Ultimately, Martins' choice of materials and techniques underscores the idea that artistic value can be found not only in the subject matter but also in the way it is made.