Lucia Laguna

Lucia Laguna is a Brazilian artist born in 1941 in Campos dos Goytacazes. She is known for her vibrant and colorful paintings that reflect her experiences of growing up in Brazil. Laguna's work often explores issues of class and inequality, drawing on her own experiences as a working-class woman in a country with deep social and economic divisions. She is also interested in the relationship between urban and natural landscapes, and the impact of rapid urbanization on Brazil's environment and communities. Laguna began her artistic career relatively late, in her 50s, but has quickly gained recognition for her work.

Her paintings have been exhibited in galleries and museums throughout Brazil and internationally. In 2013, she was awarded the prestigious Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government for her contributions to the arts. Today, Laguna continues to create powerful and inspiring work from her studio in Rio de Janeiro.