Carlos Drummond de Andrade is considered one of the most important Brazilian poets. Born in the mining town of Itabira on October 31, 1902 and died in Rio de Janeiro on August 17, 1987. The Statue of Poet Carlos Drummond de Andrade was installed in 2001. The monument is made of bronze, life size, and reproduces the figure […]
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Brazilian in spirit Artisan Kasey Sanders hand crafts exquisite Berimbau(s) Afro-Brazilian Musical instrument with a work of true cultural tradition. The Berimbau with its vivid colors and extraordinary design is an incredible and versatile musical art piece. It is one of the key instruments played in the ritualistic – dance/ martial art capoeira, where it commands how the capoeiristas move in the “roda”- circle.
The Berimbau consists of the: “Caxixi”- Rattle, “Vegra” – Bow, “Arame” – String, “Baqueta” – Stick, “Pedra” – Stone, “Cabaca” – Gourd. The different sound derives from SM- Viola- Highest Tone, M- Media- Medium Tone and LRG- Gunga- Longest Tone. The berimbau’s quality does not depend on the length of the verga or the size of the gourd, rather on the diameter and hardness of the verga’s wood and the quality of the gourd.
Although the Berimbau is created as a Musical Instrument and has a Functional Value in Artisan Kasey Sanders (Baiano) Designs it also partakes to the Art -Sculptor for your home.
For further information and purchasing options please view web site info:
http://afrobrazma.com/index.html
http://afrobrazma.com/Professor_Baiano.html
Kasey Sanders (Baiano) : Artisan/ Capoeirista
Professor Baiano * Capoeira Sol Nascente – Located in New Jersey- USA
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Excellent Video of the Installation Process of The celebrated Brazilian design duo, the Campana Brothers, with their special commission in the John Madejski Garden.
Brazilian designers Fernando and Humberto Campana transformed the John Madejski Garden with a unique installation exploring the use of bamboo, a material often featured in their work. The installation also included a new outdoor edition of their ‘Vitoria Regia’ seats, specially designed to mark the V&A’s 150th anniversary. These were inspired by the giant water lilies found in the Amazon and named in Queen Victoria’s honor.
(Courtesy of Albion Gallery – V&A Commission)
Excellent Video of the Installation Process of The celebrated Brazilian design duo, the Campana Brothers, with their special commission in the John Madejski Garden.
Brazilian designers Fernando and Humberto Campana transformed the John Madejski Garden with a unique installation exploring the use of bamboo, a material often featured in their work. The installation also included a new outdoor edition of their ‘Vitoria Regia’ seats, specially designed to mark the V&A’s 150th anniversary. These were inspired by the giant water lilies found in the Amazon and named in Queen Victoria’s honor.
(Courtesy of Albion Gallery – V&A Commission)
People walk past a cow sculpture in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil- November 2011.
Life-sized cow sculptures are displayed on the streets around the town during the global
art event called “Cow Parade”.
For further information please view below web site:
https://www.facebook.com/SensoriCow
http://www.kubearquitetura.com.br
Kube Arquitetura – Brazilian Architect: Juliana Neves worked on a project of the Sensoricow that produces sounds and the release of aroma.
Artist Mozart Guerra has a unique base design by using nylon rope and styrofoam as his medium. The Brazilian artist creates within the element of his own design of life-like sculptures.
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Bahia Bands~ Also known as Brazilian Wish Bracelets, they are a 200 year-old tradition from Brazil. These ribbons of Bonfim are said to bring good luck to those who adhere to the tradition. Nowadays, the Bahia Bands are worn as a fashion accessory as well as a good luck charm. The wish ribbon is tied around the wrist with 3 knots. A wish is made for each of the 3 knots tied. Once the Brazilian Wish Bracelet falls off the wrist on its own, it is believed the 3 wishes will come true.
The writing on the ribbon says ”Lembrança do Senhor do Bonfim da Bahia”, or in remembrance of the savior of Bahia, or Souvenir from the God of Bahia.
*Make Sure NOT to cut them OFF – As it becomes bad luck!
OR Decorate your Home by hanging the beautiful color Bahia Bands on a wreath on a special spot on your Wall in your Home.
Vitra Design Museum: Antibodies. The Works of Fernando & Humberto Campana 1989-2009
Vitra Design Museum recently presented the exhibition, titled Antibodies, which included the works of Fernando & Humberto Campana from 1989-2009. The Brazilian brothers have worked together as furniture designers in Sao Paulo since 1989.
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