Christina Oiticica
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About
Brazilian neo-concretist and eco-artist known for leaving her works of art outdoors to be finished by the elements.
Before Fame
She divided her time between southwestern France and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Her first exhibition chronicled her journey along the Path to Santiago de Compostela.
Trivia
She chose Saint James Way as the site of her studio because it was the path taken by many spiritually oriented pilgrims from around the world.
Family Life
She married the spiritual author Paulo Coelho in 1980.
Associated With
She and her artistic contemporary, Schim Schimmel, both created works of eco-art.
