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.