Work by Joaquim Pires, self-taught and one of Portugal’s most celebrated creators in contemporary folk/naive art. Born in 1952, has captivated art lovers with a vibrant, imaginative style that transforms humble materials into unique, whimsical pieces, often repurposing wood, metal, and discarded items found on beaches or in his daily life. His creations have now been featured at prestigious art exhibitions, including the Bienais de Gaia and Cerveira, as well as acclaimed shows in Porto. Known for his inventive spirit and rising recognition within the art world, Pires’s work represents the bold, joyful energy of modern Portuguese popular art, a truly inimitable artist.