1+1=1 - The Life Of Alcino Ventura

For this unique project, I drew inspiration from my grandfather's life and legacy to create an alternate reality. I fabricated an entirely new persona, using his name and face, while completely altering the course of his life. This exhibition features a blend of photography, video, and objects that support the fictional existence I've crafted. Alcino Ventura, a Portuguese native, takes an unexpected journey to Angola to participate in the colonial wars. However, instead of returning to his family as anticipated, he vanishes, embarking on a mysterious path. He resurfaces sporadically at pivotal moments in history, such as Nelson Mandela's rise to the presidency and the fall of the Berlin Wall, weaving a captivating narrative that challenges our perception of reality and identity.