Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Brazilian, b. 1951
Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) is regarded as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil and one of the country’s most influential visual artists, a visionary of the Brazilian landscape. For over five decades, he has dedicated himself to an unparalleled documentation of Brazil’s national parks, revealing the vast richness and diversity of its ecosystems. His images are not merely records of natural beauty; they serve as urgent manifestos, advocating for ecological preservation and fostering a deeper awareness of the fragile relationship between humanity and the environment. His work has become a national reference, inspiring generations of photographers and conservationists alike.
Alcântara’s lens captures the symbiotic relationship between Brazil’s landscapes and its people. His work extends beyond flora and fauna, embracing the cultural expressions of communities living in proximity to nature. From the rhythmic processions of rural maracatu in Pernambuco to the opulent festivities of the Bumba Meu Boi in São Luís, he draws striking parallels between human traditions and the vibrant biodiversity surrounding them. His portraits of fishermen, cowboys, and artisans reflect a people in harmony with their environment, echoing the aesthetic concerns of Brazilian modernism while shedding light on the social realities of the country’s interior.
With 47 books on environmental themes, 75 solo exhibitions, and numerous national and international accolades, Alcântara’s impact extends beyond photography into the realm of activism. His work provides visibility to Brazil’s extraordinary yet often overlooked biodiversity, crafting an image of a land both enchanted and endangered. Through his idealized yet urgent compositions, he aligns photography with a greater purpose—one that elevates nature as both an artistic subject and a call to action. As one of the most committed voices in defense of Brazil’s natural heritage, Alcântara continues to challenge viewers to see the country not only as a paradise but as a responsibility.to
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Artist: Araquém Alcântara
Rainforest II, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Rainforest I, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Pedra do Sapo, Superagui National Park, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Araquém Alcãntara - Lion and lioness II, Tanzania, Africa
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
ARAQUÉM ALCÂNTARA
Lion & Lioness II, Tanzania, Africa, 2012
60 x 48 inches - Edition of 10
Archival Pigment Print - Framed
Araquém Alcântara, 64 ye...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Black and White, Archival Pigment
Araguaia River, Tocantins, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Atlantic Forest, Sao Joaquim, Urubici, Santa Catarina, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Tropical Rainforest, Sao Miguel Arcanjo, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Eldorado, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Formoso River, Goias, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Tropical Rainforest, Sao Miguel Arcanjo, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Atlantic Forest, Sao Joaquim, Urubici, Santa Catarina, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Recognized as a pioneer of nature photography in Brazil, Araquém Alcântara (b. 1951) has, for over five decades, built a monumental visual legacy that celebrates and defends the coun...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
Tropical Rainforest, Sao Miguel Arcanjo, Brazil
By Araquém Alcântara
Located in New York City, NY
Araquem Alcantara
Tropical Rainforest, Sao Miguel Arcanjo, Brazil, 2015
27 x 40 inches - Edition of 10
40 x 60 inches - Edition of 10
47 x 71 inches...
Category
2010s Contemporary Araquém Alcântara Color Photography
Materials
Color, Archival Pigment
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