A new open-air urban art gallery called "Walls That Matter – 8 Take Over" has launched at 8 Marvila in Lisbon, Portugal. Running from October to November, the project features live mural creation by artists including RAM, Mário Belém, Gonçalo MAR, Jacqueline de Montaigne, L7 Matrix, Patrícia Mariano, Rita Ravasco, Arm Collective, Binau, Burry, and Buermans. Curated and produced by Because Art Matters, the gallery is free and open to the public, with visitors able to watch artists paint in real time.
This project matters because it transforms a multicultural hub into a dynamic, evolving art space that makes contemporary mural art accessible to all. By inviting both renowned national and international artists to create live, it fosters community engagement and positions Marvila as a growing epicenter for urban art in Lisbon. The initiative also highlights the role of public art in revitalizing neighborhoods and democratizing cultural experiences.