Hélio Oiticica: The Body of Colour Symposium

This symposium has been organised in anticipation of the forthcoming exhibition Helio Oiticica: The Body of Colour. It will explore the findings of new research into Oiticica’s artistic practice and the issues raised by this major exhibition.The sessions will also examine Oiticica’s life and his legacy, in particular with regards to his participatory practice which continues to influence contemporary art.

Supported by Ministério da Cultura do Brasil and University of Essex Collection of Latin American Art (UECLAA)