Luís Noronha da Costa: Architect of Illusion and Light Luís Noronha da Costa (1942-2020) emerged from the vibrant, evolving art scene of 1960s Portugal as a singular voice – an architect of illusion, master of translucent materials, and a profound explorer of perception. Born in Lisbon, his artistic journey began with a formal grounding in architecture at the Escola Superior de Belas Artes, a foundation that profoundly shaped his later work, informing his meticulous attention to space, form, and the interplay of light. Noronha da Costa wasn’t simply painting; he was constructing experiences,…