Rita Vargas | Stranger Botanics: Forms of Reenactment

Rita Vargas (b. 1981, Portugal) is a multidisciplinary artist based in Helsinki, Finland. With a master’s degree in fine arts from the University of Évora, Portugal, and the Winchester School of Arts, University of Southampton, UK, Vargas’s practice delves into themes of mobility, technology, and identity in everyday art practices, culminating in a Ph.D. in Art History from the University of Jyväskylä, Finland. Vargas’s artistic journey spans numerous solo and group exhibitions, showcasing her work in esteemed galleries and cultural institutions worldwide. Through her dedication to her practice and her involvement in the arts, Vargas continues to push boundaries and foster dialogue within the contemporary art world. Photo: Francis Reynolds