June 2025 - Marita Setas Ferro presents sculpture at the 8th International Art Biennial of Espinho

Marita Setas Ferro explores the fusion between ancestral craft techniques, such as crochet and knitting, with a contemporary aesthetic language. The artist investigates the materiality of wire as a drawing instrument in space, revealing rich textures and organic forms. The use of recycled materials and the manual production process reflect its commitment to sustainability and a poetic creation.

"Transforming wires into shapes, volumes, light - this is the magic that moves me, the poetry that I want to convey in each creation," says the artist.

The presence of Marita Setas Ferro reinforces the role of contemporary textile art in the Espinho Biennial, highlighting this language as a sensitive and critical expression that crosses tradition, innovation and ecological awareness.

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