Luzalba

Luzalba is the artistic pseudonym of Daniela S.F., a Portuguese visual artist whose practice is rooted in deep material research and formal training in ceramic design and sculpture. After studying at the Politécnico de Leiria and the Venice Academy of Fine Arts, she developed a multidisciplinary approach that spans analog collage, performance, and three-dimensional works. Her career has been shaped by the Venice art scene, including a residency at the Bevilacqua La Masa Foundation and inclusion in the public collection of the Museu de Vila do Bispo. Central to her work is an exploration of 'sea culture' and environmental sustainability. Through her Fish Prints project, she utilizes the traditional Japanese Gyotaku technique to document marine life, employing upcycled fabrics and natural inks derived from cephalopods. These compositions serve as both visual records and meditations on mysticism, connecting ancient printing methods with a modern commitment to marine ecosystem awareness.