Mural Urban Explorer - Lídia Viber
Imagine standing at the intersection of Rua Abílio Soares and Avenida Bernardino de Campos, where the vibrant pulse of São Paulo meets the creative genius of Lídia Viber. This monumental urban art mural, a testament to the city's rich tradition of building facade murals, captures the essence of modern urban exploration. The towering facade, adorned with a modern Black female urban explorer, invites you to look up and discover the subtle nods to iconic landmarks like MASP and Ibirapuera, set against the backdrop of the city's vast open skies. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or simply someone who appreciates the fusion of art and augmented reality, this piece offers a unique perspective on São Paulo's skyline and its diverse communities.
A monumental urban art mural painted on a massive building facade at the intersection of Rua Abílio Soares and Avenida Bernardino de Campos in the Paraíso neighborhood. Created by acclaimed Brazilian street artist and muralist Lídia Viber in partnership with Pokémon, the artwork portrays a modern Black female urban explorer overlooking the iconic skyline of São Paulo. The piece blends street art aesthetics with themes of augmented reality exploration, featuring subtle nods to landmarks like MASP and Ibirapuera alongside the vast open skies above São Paulo's concrete jungle.
History
Completed in 2025, this large-scale mural is part of São Paulo's vibrant tradition of building facade murals ('empenas cegas'), which have transformed the metropolis into one of the world's most renowned open-air street art capitals. Artist Lídia Viber, with over two decades of experience in urban art, designed the work to honor urban explorers, representing diverse communities and women of color taking up space in monumental public art.
Fun Facts
- Painted by Lídia Viber, a renowned muralist hailing from Belo Horizonte's Taquaril and Alto Vera Cruz communities.
- The mural was inspired by and created in partnership with Pokémon, celebrating urban explorers who navigate the city through augmented reality gaming.
- The expansive sky and clouds occupy almost half of the mural canvas, reflecting the sense of peace found when looking up from São Paulo's concrete jungle.
- The artwork subtly integrates iconic São Paulo architecture and elements into the urban landscape, including MASP and the Oca in Ibirapuera Park.
Guide Tips
- Best viewed from across Avenida Bernardino de Campos or near the corner of Rua Abílio Soares for a full panoramic view of the towering facade.
- Extremely accessible via public transit: just a 3-minute walk (approx. 250m) from the Paraíso Metro Station (Lines 1-Blue and 2-Green).
- Morning to early afternoon light offers great contrast against the building wall for photography.
Opening Hours
24/7 - External Viewing