Swab Barcelona presents the performance Porto Stand’s 2024, by Portuguese collectives Marmol Project and Terramoto Studio. In response to Portugal’s socio-political context, marked by a growing economic and housing crisis, both projects are joining forces to present, exhibit, and commercialize contemporary art produced in the city of Porto. Their proposal for Swab 2024 features activations designed to foster a provocative and dynamic dialogue with the fair’s visitors.

The presentation begins with a unique performance-installation. The space allocated to them will be transformed into a commercial office, where printed catalogues will bring to life the works of artists created exclusively for the fair. The aim is to establish a meeting point between visitors and Porto’s contemporary art market, which has been (and continues to be) one of the hardest hit by the crisis.

Additionally, a dynamic and participatory performance will spontaneously unfold through the fair’s corridors, involving a person walking through the aisles and engaging spectators. They aim to create an environment where art reveals itself as a catalyzing force for reflection and manifestation.