Artur Bordalo

I see street art as one of the most powerful ways to democratize art. Unlike traditional galleries, which can feel exclusive or inaccessible, street art exists in public spaces, available to everyone regardless of background or status. This openness allows art to engage directly with people’s daily lives, creating an immediate and authentic connection. For me, art is not just about aesthetics; it’s a tool to provoke thought and inspire action.

My work, particularly the “Big Trash Animals” series, uses discarded materials to make a statement about the environmental crisis. By sculpting endangered species from waste, I aim to highlight the consequences of human overconsumption and how it threatens the natural world. Creating awareness around environmental issues is at the core of my mission. The materials I use—broken appliances, old tires, plastic scraps—are a reminder of the waste we produce and the urgent need to change our habits. Through my art, I hope to spark conversations about sustainability and encourage people to think differently about the resources we consume. Street art, by its very nature, has the power to amplify these messages, making them visible and accessible to all. It’s a way of bringing critical issues into the public eye, where they cannot be ignored. 

I always had the need to express myself through art. As a way of self-expression, it is almost inevitable that everything that concerns me is somehow reflected in everything I do. Nowadays, I feel that it is my duty to use my platform to bring awareness over the issues that I consider fundamental to survival and well-being of our species and all the other species with whom we share this planet. Being an “artivist” is the core of my work and my role as an artist.