mais uno +1 curatorial and research art collective

mais uno +1 is an organic, horizontal curatorial collective and research platform operating across Lisbon and Porto, Portugal. Established with a mission to explore the transformative impact of artistic practice, the collective bridges the gap between artists, local communities, and their territories. mais uno +1 functions as an open structure, welcoming multidisciplinary members—including architects, cultural managers, visual artists, and researchers—who collaborate on projects that challenge traditional institutional circuits. Their core activities are divided into curatorship, long-term project development, and artistic investigation. Through initiatives like 'Artistas Anónimos' and the 'Play(the)ground' seminar, mais uno +1 provides essential support for art workers while creating accessible spaces for creative experimentation. The collective often utilizes unique urban locations, such as the Picoas metro station in Lisbon, to host exhibitions, workshops, and open calls that invite public participation. By prioritizing horizontal relationships and democratic art systems, mais uno +1 fosters a sustainable socio-cultural fabric. Their work emphasizes documentation, knowledge sharing via creative commons, and the creation of new imaginaries to address contemporary urban and environmental challenges. Based in the vibrant Portuguese cultural landscape, mais uno +1 continues to advocate for emancipated, critical, and inclusive art practices that empower both creators and the communities they inhabit.