Juliana Cerqueira Leite's installation, "V," features earthy, clay-like hues shaped into a large, heavy form suspended in space, displaying intricate textures reminiscent of natural erosion or organic growth. The piece invites viewers to ponder the physicality and spatial occupation through imprints and negative space created by the artist's physical interactions with the clay. Employing a raw, tactile approach, Leite's work challenges perceptions of gravity and matter. This artwork reflects Leite’s exploration of physicality and presence, rooted in her signature use of clay to evoke a dialogue between body and form. ...
Juliana Cerquiera Leite's sculptural and photographic work explores notions of physicality, agency and interactions with the physical world. In Leite's practice, the clay-filled mould or box is a recurring tool. The artist refers to it as a dense camera: the box is filled with wet clay, which is then imprinted with the artist's gestures and movements, forming a negative space that is then worked into sculptures after being excavated from the box. Standing in front of her heavy sculptures, one could feel a strong feeling around the question of matter and the occupation of space and gravity. ...
LODO Gallery is a contemporary art space dedicated to exploring the dynamic relationship between emptiness and materiality. Founded on the belief that the void is not a lack, but a fertile ground for meaning and creation, the gallery showcases works across a range of media—including painting, sculpture, installation, photography, and video.
Its curatorial approach emphasizes conceptual depth and visual resonance, offering exhibitions that invite reflection on contrast, presence, and transformation. The name LODO, meaning “mud” in Spanish, symbolizes the gallery’s core philosophy: like mud—a blend of earth and water—the void is a generative matrix where form and thought take shape.
Located at the intersection of absence and expression, LODO Gallery fosters a space where artistic practices can unfold with freedom, nuance, and integrity. ...
