Heber Fleitas

By LatAm ARTE

Heber Fleitas is an Argentine street artist and urban scenographer from Hurlingham, Buenos Aires. He began painting murals with friends in his neighborhood, and his passion evolved into a profession that has taken him across Latin America and Europe. He is known for his unique style of reinterpreting classic works from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, such as those by Caravaggio or Canova, and giving them a modern, colorful twist. Fleitas's artistic background is rooted in scenography. He works as a scenographer for the Buenos Aires Theatre Complex, a career that has profoundly influenced his perspective on space. He sees city walls and public spaces as urban stages, where his art can become an "urban scenography." His murals are not merely decorative; he considers them powerful tools for communication and education, capable of creating a unique identity in the places they inhabit and sparking conversation among the public. He believes all art is political and aims for his murals to have a positive impact on the community. His work often pays homage to cultural figures, such as his mural of Diego Maradona, or serves as a message to passersby. Fleitas's art is a testament to how his academic training in scenography and his travels have blended, resulting in a distinct style that brings classical art to the streets for everyone to enjoy.