Art in rio de janeiro is all around you, from the graffiti on the walls to the magnificent paintings and artwork at the museum of modern art to the artistically designed patterns on the beach sidewalks by oscar neimeyer, it is quite evident the Brazilians are a very artistic people.
if you are looking for some unique pictures, paintings, sculptures and more, then venture out to the Lapa and santa teresa disctricts near central rio de janeiro. Here you will find many artisans that sell their unique and creative works of art.
Be sure to visit the famous Lapa stairs with tiles from all over the world. Created by Jorge Selaron.
You can find Jorge there, he lives in an apartment on on the walkway, and purchase a souvenir. He’d appreciate if you brought a tile from your home town, and he’ll add it to the living work.
