Are you looking for a cultural program but don't want to spend a lot of money? From beautiful gardens to works of art by renowned artists, discover in this list five spaces that you can visit for free during this weekend.
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Portuguese-British visual artist who is particularly known for her storybook-based paintings and prints. the style ofPaula Rego evolved from abstract to representational, and preferred pastels over oils for much of her career. Paula Rego studied at the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London and was an exhibitor member of the London Group, along with David Hockney and Frank Auerbach. She was the first artist in residence at the National Gallery in London. Discover five iconic works from the career ofPaula Rego.
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Every year, on March 3rd, World Wildlife Day is celebrated, to draw attention to the “moral obligation” to preserve the Earth, from which essential products for human survival are extracted.UN chief Guterres stressed that wildlife is in danger, recalling that damage to the natural world ultimately threatens the existence and well-being of all individuals. Who are the artists who have produced work related to sustainability? Learn more in this article.
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The painting “School for Little Witches”, by the Portuguese artist Paula Rego, sold on Wednesday for 415,000 pounds (500,000 euros) at auction in London, above Christie's estimate. Dating from 2009, the 154 x 121 cm painting shows a group of children and their adult caregivers, “as if they were clients of an absurd day care center”, can be read in the essay about the work, published by the auctioneer.
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