Neoconcretism

Neoconcretism was an art movement that emerged in Brazil in the late 1950s as a reaction against the rigid, geometric style of Concrete Art. It sought to bridge the gap between art and life, emphasizing the viewer's sensory and emotional experience. Neoconcretist artists aimed to create works that were not merely abstract objects but rather living, participatory experiences. They explored themes of subjectivity, intuition, and the organic, often incorporating elements of nature and the human body into their art. Key figures included Lygia Clark and Hélio Oiticica, whose interactive sculptures and installations invited viewers to engage directly with the artwork, blurring the lines between art and audience.1