This catalogue was published in 2012 on the occasion of the solo exhibition dedicated to Brazilian artist Kakati de Paiva. Known for his exploration of spatial tension and the dialogue between surface and structure, the artist develops a visual language rooted in geometry, rhythm and the interplay of forms. His earlier works focused on the dynamics created within the limits of the canvas, where shapes interacted, collided and negotiated their presence. Over time, this investigation expanded into three‑dimensional constructions, marking a significant evolution in his practice.

The works presented in this exhibition reveal this transition. Multiple panels of varying sizes and contours overlap, intersect and project into space, generating compositions that oscillate between painting and sculptural object. These layered structures create a sense of movement and conflict, suggesting a world in which forms compete, coexist and redefine one another. The resulting pieces evoke a poetic state of suspension, where the boundary between two‑dimensional and three‑dimensional expression becomes fluid.

The catalogue documents this pivotal moment in Kakati de Paiva’s trajectory, capturing the emergence of a sculptural sensibility within his work. It offers insight into the artist’s evolving approach and the conceptual foundations that guide his exploration of form, material and spatial presence.