Alexandre Farto

Seixal, Portugal

Art Medium

Environmental & Land Art Printmaking Sculpture

Art Style

Etching & Lithography Installation Natural Materials

About the Artist

Alexandre Farto, globally recognized as Vhils, is a groundbreaking Portuguese artist whose practice extends beyond conventional street art. He is renowned for his innovative technique of carving, drilling, and otherwise "destroying" layers of urban surfaces—such as plaster, brick, and billboards—to create large-scale, often poignant, portraits and evocative imagery. Vhils's work is a profound commentary on the human impact on urban landscapes, the relentless passage of time, and the hidden histories embedded within city walls. By revealing what lies beneath the surface, he prompts viewers to consider the overlooked and the ephemeral, transforming decay into compelling visual narratives.

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