Why you absolutely can't miss Joana Vasconcelos' 'Flamboyant' exhibition

Imagine proposing with this: a giant solitaire ring sculpture crafted from car wheel rims and glass whisky tumblers. Yes, you read that right. Planted dramatically in the Liria gardens, “Solitário” turns bling into brainy art, and you can’t miss it, as it literally glints in the sun.

Think statement necklaces... supersized. This piece and others in her jewelry-inspired series transform traditional forms of adornment into wearable art meets modern sculpture hybrids. Materials range from vintage fabrics to LED lights, bringing the bling to life in ways Liz Taylor could only dream of.

Before the sparkle, there’s structure. Tucked throughout the exhibition are Vasconcelos’ original sketches, intricate models, and blueprints of her mega installations, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how an idea becomes a sculpture the size of a delivery truck.

Okay, it’s not technically part of the art, but don’t skip the palace rooms that were opened just for this show. You’ll see Vasconcelos’ works nestled between 18th-century chandeliers, Goya paintings, and royal antiques, turning each space into a surreal visual remix.