Throughout history, trees have rooted themselves deep within the narrative of life on Earth, transcending the realms of mythology, magic, religion, biology and ecology. Visionary, visual artist Bebárdo elevates trees to near Marvel-esque superhero status, unleashing a supernatural potential, empowering trees to experience all kinds of phantasmagorical adventures in a surreal, hallucinogenic, but naturally balanced brave new world. Perhaps we can call it Arbo Surrealism.

According to the artist’s holistic view, in the grand tapestry of existence, trees reign as nature’s ultimate masterpiece. Unlike humans and other animals, trees have no need to harm other living beings - on the contrary, they provide infinite shelter and nourishment to myriads of other life forms. Light Eaters as they are, trees sustain themselves through the Sun’s generosity and the Earth’s benevolence. Through photosynthesis, they are able to alchemize sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into life-sustaining energy, a testament to nature’s elegant brilliance. 

More than just biological wonders, trees have long been revered in myths and mystical traditions as spiritual gateways. From the Bodhi Tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment, to Yggdrasil in Nordic mythology, trees play major roles in countless belief systems, their canopies serving as celestial abodes for gods and spirits and sentinels of wisdom. In the enigmatic world of Bebárdo, trees are infused with a hallucinating aura of mystical prowess, making them guardians of an abundance of extraordinary life as well as conduits of ethereal power, channelling forces that inspire awe, wonder as well as humour.