Kamala Mainako Art Exhibition - September 1995

Kamala Mainako is a prominent painter of the Mainako tribe| an indigenous people living upstream of the Xingu River in the Amazon. Although only 24 years old and having taken up the brush just a few years ago| he has already demonstrated exceptional talent. His works vividly reflect the culture of the Mainako tribe and their coexistence with nature| one of which is the piece titled "The Man and Woman of Yuekchuma." He says that it is not he who paints| but the spirits that descend and paint through him| allowing him to focus for hours once he takes up the brush.

His works will be exhibited from September 14 to October 22| 1995| at the Petit Muse in Chidorigafuchi| Tokyo| as part of the "Message from Amazon - Sustainable Living: Art of the Amazonian Indigenous Peoples" exhibition. This exhibition showcases the unique perspectives of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon and their way of life through their art. Kamala Mainako works are centered on the theme of coexistence with nature| providing a deep understanding of the sustainable lifestyle and spiritual world of the Mainako tribe.

Kamala paintings are positioned not just as art pieces but as messages conveying deep respect and understanding for his tribe and nature. His works are expected to gain further attention and play a significant role in raising awareness about the importance of preserving the Mainako tribe and the Amazon's natural environment.