The Historic Railway Station in Porto Reimagined by Street Art
Deep dive into the street art project "Espigar nas Gentes"
"Gleaning the People"
The project's name translates to "Gleaning the People", thereby reflecting its focus on capturing the essence of local residents and their stories.
Espigar nas Gentes (2015-06) by ANDRÉ DA LOBA JÚLIO DOLBETH MARIANA A MISERÁVEL MARIANA RIO NICOLAUMistaker Maker
"Espigar in the Gentes" initative was the driving of renowned Portuguese illustrators, in this incessant and inconstant recognition, for an updated portrait of the lives of this place, today's stories, customs, uses, smells, and tastes.
Espigar nas Gentes (2015-05) by JÚLIO DOLBETHMistaker Maker
São Bento
Famous railway station in Porto, known for its stunning azulejo (painted tile) panels. Opened in 1916, the station is located in the historic center of Porto and is one of the city's most iconic landmarks. It's a symbol of the past, modernity, tradition, and rituals.
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The Railway Station
The highlight of São Bento is its interior, where around 20,000 blue-and-white azulejos, created by artist Jorge Colaço, depict key moments in Portuguese history, some also illustrate scenes of traditional rural life in Portugal.
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The Railway Station
While still functioning as a railway station connecting Porto to nearby towns and cities, São Bento is also a major tourist attraction due to its breathtaking artwork and historical significance. It’s a must-visit spot for travelers exploring Porto!
Espigar nas Gentes (2015-05) by MARIANA A MISERÁVELMistaker Maker
"Espigar nas Gentes"
This project is integrated into the broader "Locomotiva" initiative, promoted by Porto Lazer, which seeks to rejuvenate the area surrounding São Bento Station by celebrating its unique character and the lives of its inhabitants.
Espigar nas Gentes (2015-05) by MARIANA A MISERÁVELMistaker Maker
Through "Espigar nas Gentes," the streets around São Bento Station have become a dynamic canvas, reflecting the community's spirit and contributing to the cultural tapestry of Porto.
Espigar nas Gentes (2015-05) by NICOLAUMistaker Maker
It was a learning by searching and researching, it was a call to discovery, to observation, to listening to what is this (almost) invisible place of the city.
Public Art Project
Client:
Porto Lazer, Portugal
Services:
concept, curation, graphic identity, development, contents and co-production
Location:
São Bento Railway Station, Porto, Portugal
Artists:
André da Loba (Portugal), Júlio Dolbeth (Portugal), Mariana a miserável (Portugal), Mariana Rio (Portugal) e Nicolau (Portugal)
Exhibition:
‘Espigar nas Gentes’
Doc:
‘Espigar nas Gentes’ de Rui Malvarez (Diffuse)
Artworks created:
10
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