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A skateboader performs on a sculpture installed for the Urban Art Festival " Arte Core" at the Rio de Janeiro Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on October 18, 2014. The first edition of Art Core will display street culture expressions such as graffiti, music and skateboading. AFP PHOTO / YASUYOSHI CHIBA / AFP PHOTO / YASUYOSHI CHIBA

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This print captures the vibrant spirit of Brazil's daily life and its thriving art scene. In the heart of Rio de Janeiro, a skateboarder fearlessly performs tricks on a unique sculpture installed for the Urban Art Festival "Arte Core" at the renowned Museum of Modern Art (MAM Rio). The festival aims to celebrate street culture expressions such as graffiti, music, and skateboarding. The image showcases an offbeat moment where contemporary art meets urban athleticism. Against the backdrop of this bustling city, the skateboarder effortlessly glides through space, defying gravity with every jump and twist. The sculpture itself becomes an unconventional playground for this daring individual, blurring the lines between traditional art forms and modern-day recreational activities. Yasuyoshi Chiba's expert lens beautifully captures not only the physicality but also the energy that permeates this scene. The dynamic composition highlights both the intricate details of the sculpture and its surroundings while freezing in time a fleeting moment filled with movement and excitement. Through this photograph, we are reminded of how art has transcended gallery walls to become an integral part of public spaces in Brazil. It serves as a testament to how street culture has evolved into a powerful form of self-expression that resonates deeply within communities across this diverse nation.

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