São Paulo – An artistic mural is currently being created on the external walls of the Lar Sírio Pró-Infância headquarters in São Paulo, depicting Syrian immigration to Brazil and the transformation brought about by the institution for the families it serves. Founded by Syrian immigrants, the Lar Sírio hosts children and adolescents in socio-educational projects focused on arts, culture, music, sports, computer science, civility, social interaction, professional development support, and other areas.
The developing artwork aims to be a tourist landmark. According to information released by the Lar Sírio, six renowned street artists are working on the project on Rua Cantagalo, covering over 700 square meters—Agatha De Faveri, Apolo Torres, Atual Art, Clara Leff, Guilherme Asthma, and Pardal. The global hub for artistic innovation and creativity, Dionisio.AG, is leading the execution of the mural and is responsible for the curation of the artists, logistics, and executive production.
According to information from Lar Sírio, each artist contributed their unique style to create a visual narrative that connects the past, present, and future of the institution. The artwork traces a timeline, from the history of the founders and the ships that brought the immigrants to Brazil, to the current moment of the institution, showcasing the various activities offered to children and youth.
The children who attend the institution were also involved in the project and participated in two artistic activities led by artist Tché in partnership with Dionisio.AG. They learned more about art through an immersive tour of the city of São Paulo and then put their experience into practice by painting and drawing together on a large canvas using paint and spray.
Lar Sírio Pró-Infância
The Lar Sírio was founded in 1923 and is dedicated to the protection and development of children and adolescents in situations of social vulnerability, and their families. “The mural we’re creating at Lar Sírio comes from an idea that first emerged over ten years ago, aiming to graffiti and create a tourist landmark in the city of São Paulo, in the Tatuapé neighborhood, thus strengthening our desire to establish a Cultural Center in our surroundings. The project also celebrates the 102 years of existence of Lar Sírio, which we’ll complete in 2025,” the president of Lar Sírio Pró-Infância, Sergio Stephano Chohfi Filho, was quoted as saying in a press release.
The mural will be inaugurated on February 22, starting at 12 PM, at an event open to the public with artistic performances. The artwork is located between Rua Apucarana and Rua Itapura on Rua Cantagalo in Tatuapé, in the East Zone of São Paulo. Lar Sírio Pró-Infância is a non-profit civil society organization that primarily serves the population of the far East region of the city.
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