Why the Priolo Bird?

The Priolo (Azores Bullfinch) is an endemic species found only in the Azores, which at one point faced the risk of extinction. Its population declined significantly due to habitat loss and human-induced environmental pressures, but conservation efforts have enabled it to recover over time. This bird symbolizes the fragility of ecosystems and the decisive impact of human actions on nature. In this project, the Priolo is used as a symbol to remind us that our relationship with nature is still reversible.

 Why the “5 Warnings” Project?

This project is structured around five distinct murals. Each mural focuses on a different type of waste and recycling practice. The use of discarded paints, recycled surfaces, and repurposed materials aims to make the principles of a circular economy tangible through a concrete production process. The five separate installations collectively emphasize that environmental issues are not isolated but complex, interconnected, and multi-layered.

Locations of the Other Murals

The spatial locations of the other murals created within the project are marked on a map to form a route that can be followed in public space. By following the map, it is possible to visit all the murals.

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These murals are part of an art-based research process conducted as part of the doctoral thesis. For more info you can send a mail.