Nelson Felix, a 72-year-old artist, is set to unveil two exhibitions in São Paulo that reflect his artistic process, which includes incorporating geographical coordinates into his work. The first exhibition will open at the Almeida & Dale gallery this Saturday, followed by a second show at the Museum of Contemporary Art at USP later this May. Felix's approach blends the physical and intellectual, as seen in his installations that include sculptures placed on marble pedestals, designed to evoke a sense of balance amidst instability—a metaphor for the poetic themes he draws upon.

His works are inspired by both the local geography of São Paulo and the poetry of renowned Brazilian artist Dorival Caymmi. In September of the previous year, Felix marked the intersection of imaginary lines in the city by installing a poetic element inspired by fellow poet Joan Brossa in the Horácio Sabino square, manifesting his concept of engaging the viewer through both spatial and literary conversations. By connecting his sculptures to specific geographical coordinates and the sun's position, Felix invites visitors to reflect on the relationship between art, space, and poetry.

As the exhibitions open, they offer a profound exploration of the interplay between artistic expression and the surrounding environment. Felix's work not only celebrates the legacy of Caymmi but also emphasizes how poetry can transcend its traditional boundaries and influence contemporary art practices. This engagement with both local culture and memory invites the audience to reconsider their interactions with both poetry and the physical spaces they navigate in daily life, highlighting the significance of place in the interpretation of art.