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Helder Luís
by helder-luis
Helder Luis is a designer, photographer, multimedia artist and musician.Studied graphic design and typography and since 1996 has worked for numerous companies and institutions inside and outside Portugal while working freelance or through his studio. His graphic design work has been exhibited at various national and international events and published in numerous publications. As a multimedia artist and musician he developed numerous works individually and in collectives. He also collaborated, as an artist, multimedia designer and consultant, with several artists, and presented his work in individual and collective exhibitions and in events and institutions in Portugal and elsewhere. In 2018, he presented the installation MAR at the Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves, which opened the doors to the exploration of the theme of the sea and fishermen and since then he has photographed, filmed and captured sound on board of several vessels offshore the Portuguese coast and around the
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Miles and miles away
Miles and miles away by helder-luis
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Electric spikes
Electric spikes by helder-luis
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With the help of angels
With the help of angels by helder-luis
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Goodbye old house
Goodbye old house by helder-luis
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A victory for the south
A victory for the south by helder-luis
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Hard to come back
Hard to come back by helder-luis
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Strings evaporate
Strings evaporate by helder-luis
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Disconnect after burn
Disconnect after burn by helder-luis
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Some day, it will be known
Some day, it will be known by helder-luis
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What comes after the storm
What comes after the storm by helder-luis
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Collapsing skies
Collapsing skies by helder-luis
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Leftovers from another time
Leftovers from another time by helder-luis
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Looking through
Looking through by helder-luis
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Warping time
Warping time by helder-luis
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Yamanote Line
Through the train window the city unfolds like a story without chapters. The Yamanote Line, a perfect loop circling Tokyo, runs from dawn until after midnight—an endless rhythm carrying millions of footsteps through Shibuya, Shinjuku, Ikebukuro, Ueno. Every 59 minutes or so the journey completes...
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The beginning of the end
In every fading echo lies a quiet invitation — not to mourn what disappears, but to witness its soft unraveling. This music dwells in that delicate threshold where endings become openings. Like the hush before a storm or the light that lingers after dusk, it reminds us that every conclusion hums...
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The Reckoning
There is a moment when everything that was held back can no longer be denied. When the weight of what’s been silenced, postponed, or forgotten gathers into presence. This is the reckoning—not an end, but a crossing. It arrives without announcement. Something breaks, something clears. A tension…
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Neverending
There’s a moment when something stirs inside—a quiet pull toward meaning, direction, purpose. We set out not knowing exactly what we’re looking for, only that we must move. Along the way, we try, we fail, we adjust. We chase patterns, lose them, begin again. Frustration builds. Expectations clash...
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Hyperacusis
This composition draws its inspiration from the personal challenges faced by individuals with hyperacusis, where ordinary sounds become unrelenting intrusions. The piercing high-pitched layer reflects the sharp, often painful sensations triggered by unexpected noises, while the omnipresent...
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When the wind speaks through the leaves
The wind is an invisible force, elusive to our eyes yet profoundly present in our surroundings. We cannot see it directly, but its existence reveals itself in the gentle flutter of leaves, the sway of branches, and the dance of trees against the sky. Leaves become the storytellers of the wind,...
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In love, we find us
Love is the unifying essence of all things—the force that dissolves boundaries, heals separation, and reveals our shared truth. It is the mirror in which we recognize ourselves in others, the bridge between the finite and the infinite, the sacred rhythm that moves through all of existence. To…
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Leaving a mark
Leaving a mark by helder-luis
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Never stop leaving
Never stop leaving by helder-luis
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Rooftop soundscape
Rooftop soundscape by helder-luis
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Ice dreams for sale
“Ice Dreams for Sale” is a sonic exploration of the chaos and vibrancy that define the sprawling cities of South America. The title plays on the duality of selling ice cream to make a living and the unyielding hope for a better future amidst urban struggle. The image accompanying the piece…
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Accepting and letting go
Letting go is not about loss, but liberation. It’s releasing the tight knots we tie around our expectations, trusting that life knows the way forward, even when we do not. We shed old fears, unfulfilled dreams, and past sorrows, making room for new breaths of hope and joy. In letting go, we are…
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Intertwined with space
Time is often perceived as a linear flow, an ever-present march from past to future. However, according to the principles of relativity, time is not an absolute entity but rather a flexible dimension intertwined with space. This concept challenges our conventional understanding, suggesting that...
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Postcard from Nature
Nature speaks softly through the rustle of leaves in the wind and the ebb and flow of the tides. It whispers secrets of an ancient bond, a unity that binds us all as one grand organism, spanning galaxies and time. This is not a cry of ecological doomsday, but a profound longing for understanding...
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Leaving on a jet plane
To leave in a jet plane is to engage in a ritual of detachment, a physical and metaphorical ascent that transcends the mundane trappings of terrestrial existence. From the moment the wheels retract, the plane not only defies gravity but also the myriad complexities that tether the human spirit to...
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Through the outskirts of town
Driving through the outskirts of town can feel like slipping into a dream. As the urban clutter of the center fades into the rearview mirror, a monotonous landscape of similar buildings and roads takes its place, stretching endlessly. These buildings, once brimming with life, now stand abandoned,...
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Trying to escape the inevitable
The resistance to accept the inevitable is not merely a denial but a poignant part of our journey. It is characterized by a deep-seated desire to assert control over our destiny, to mold our story with our own hands, even in the face of overwhelming odds. This internal conflict is both tragic and...
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Ambivalent
In the heart of life's journey, we find ourselves at a poignant impasse, torn between the comforting embrace of the familiar and the thrilling call of the unknown. This is where paths diverge, each shrouded in its own promise and peril. The well-trodden road beckons with the allure of safety, its...
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The Ultimate Game
Life resembles a video game… we start off as novices, stumbling through the initial stages, figuring out the basics. As we grow, we encounter challenges, level up, and gain new skills. We meet allies, face adversaries, and sometimes, even confront our own inner demons. We embark on quests, some...
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Invisible Force
Often in life, the most impactful forces are those that remain unseen, unfelt, and undetected by our primary senses. Yet, they hold within them a power to shape, change, and influence our behavior, emotions, and perceptions. Sound, in its essence, is not something we can grasp or see; it is a...
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Ice cream dreams
In the amber glow of nostalgia, I find myself revisiting the days when we were young, when summer stretched out endlessly before us. Those were the days when time seemed to dance to a different rhythm, and worries were but fleeting shadows in the background. The distant jingle of the ice cream…
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The Crow Hill Sessions 1
Composition created using The Crow Hill Company's first instrument, Vaults (beta). As a special thank you for Christian Henson.
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Winter is coming
As the days grow shorter and the trees shed their vibrant cloaks, a somber certainty settles in. The march of winter approaches, inevitable and unyielding. In the inevitability of winter, we find an opportunity to embrace the transient nature of life. It urges us to cherish each fleeting moment…
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Racing Forward
The future unfolds before us, a tantalizing promise of what lies ahead. It beckons with the allure of untapped potential and uncharted territories. Beside us, the present stands in silent companionship. Its presence can be easily overlooked, overshadowed by the pull of what's to come. Yet, it is...
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The relentless march
In this relentless march towards progress, some of us find ourselves caught in the crossroads of a world that demands perfection at every turn. It's as though we're hurtling towards an elusive ideal, leaving behind the raw, imperfect essence of humanity. The inevitability of this dehumanization...
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Fading innocence
Children live in a world of simplicity and trust. They approach each day with wide-eyed wonder, unburdened by the complexities that adulthood brings. Their hearts are open, believing in the inherent goodness of people and the limitless possibilities life has to offer. Yet, as time passes, reality...
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122BPM
Dancing, as a response to uptempo music, transcends mere physical motion. It becomes a language of its own, a conversation between the music, our bodies, and the surrounding space. Through each step, sway, and spin, we communicate emotions, desires, and narratives that words often fail to convey....
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Watching the world go by
There's something oddly mesmerizing about watching the world go by from the passenger seat of a moving car. It's like stepping into a parallel universe, where everything takes on a surreal, almost artificial quality. The houses, the trees, even the people seem to exist in a slightly different...
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Turning Points
Life's turning points are the punctuation marks that divide our stories into chapters. They stand tall, resolute, urging us to forge ahead, leaving behind what was, and facing what is to come. In these moments, the past is a fading echo, a backdrop to the vivid, unfolding present. The script is...
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Bedtime story
In the quiet moments before sleep takes hold, a father and his daughter share a special ritual. As the world outside grows still, they find themselves nestled in the warmth of their own little sanctuary. With a playful glint in his eye, the father begins to spin tales that dance on the edges of...
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18 minutes of what was left
In the symphony of life, there is often a moment of profound transformation—a passage where the essence of existence is distilled, where all that remains is the raw, unyielding core. This ephemeral juncture is the driver for this musical composition which delves into the enigmatic beauty of what...
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Green cornfields
In the heart of summer, amidst endless green cornfields, youth knew no bounds. Time held no dominion, allowing for stolen moments of wild abandon, where every step declared freedom and every laugh echoed unbridled joy. Running through the fields was an ode to liberty, a promise of adventure with...
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After, little remais
In the wake of the devastating fire, all that remained of the once-stalwart house were skeletal ruins, blackened timbers reaching for the sky in silent supplication. The air hung heavy with the acrid scent of charred memories, as if the very essence of the home clung desperately to the scorched...
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In the end, returning home
In the grand tapestry of existence, there exists a profound and timeless truth: in the end, we all return home, but not necessarily to a physical place. Instead, it is a journey of the soul, a spiritual odyssey that transcends the boundaries of time and space. Throughout our lives, we venture far...
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Out there, there is only space…
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, we traverse the celestial ocean, solitary explorers amidst the boundless reaches of space. Each step we take propels us further into the unknown, guided by the beacon of curiosity and the unyielding spirit of discovery. With every passing moment, we weave our…
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Going around, pointing nowhere
In the intricate dance of existence, there are moments when we find ourselves going around, pointing nowhere. Like aimless wanderers in a vast expanse, we may feel lost or directionless. Yet, it is within these aimless motions that we often stumble upon unexpected discoveries and profound…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Helder Luis is a designer, photographer, multimedia artist and musician.Studied graphic design and typography and since 1996 has worked for numerous companies and institutions inside and outside Portugal while working freelance or through his studio. His graphic design work has been exhibited at various national and international events and published in numerous publications. As a multimedia artist and musician he developed numerous works individually and in collectives. He also collaborated, as an artist, multimedia designer and consultant, with several artists, and presented his work in individual and collective exhibitions and in events and institutions in Portugal and elsewhere. In 2018, he presented the installation MAR at the Museu de Arte Contemporânea de Serralves, which opened the doors to the exploration of the theme of the sea and fishermen and since then he has photographed, filmed and captured sound on board of several vessels offshore the Portuguese coast and around the
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