About

I am Pax Alberto, a multidisciplinary artist based in Bristol, UK, specializing in puppetry, performance art, and workshop facilitation. My artistic practice is a journey into the realm of the subconscious, where live dreaming and the radical imagination converge to create transformative experiences.

Exploring the Subconscious through Puppetry and Performance

At the heart of my work is a fascination with the inner landscape of the mind. Through alternative puppetry and mask work, I translate the visual and emotional language of the subconscious into the physical world. Each performance is a unique expression of this inner dreamscape, designed to be both visually compelling and profoundly resonant. My approach to puppetry is not just about the manipulation of objects but about giving life to the intangible, allowing the audience to witness a visual dream that unfolds before their eyes.

The Power of Radical Imagination

My practice extends beyond the stage into the realm of radical imagination—a concept that underpins the transformative potential of art. I believe that through creative expression, we can envision and enact change. This belief drives my work, whether in solo performances or collaborative projects. Puppetry, in this context, becomes a tool for exploring possibilities, transforming narratives, and inspiring new ways of world making.

Facilitating Workshops for Creative Exploration

In addition to my performances, I am passionate about facilitating workshops that engage participants in the process of creation and self-expression. My workshops focus on the connection between objects and the self, using puppet making and collective devising as vehicles for exploring and activating the radical imagination. Participants are encouraged to dream collectively and create work that reflects their shared vision of the world.

Through these workshops, I aim to empower individuals and communities to explore their own creative potential and participate in the act of world-building. The results of these creative explorations are often showcased in performances and exhibitions, turning collaborative efforts into dynamic and living art.

Therapy & Art

I am also a qualified hypnotherapist with training in puppet therapy, my artistic practice is deeply intertwined with my therapeutic work. Both fields involve accessing the subconscious to foster healing and growth. I use puppetry and performance to explore and manifest subconscious dreams, believing that by creating and envisioning our ideal world, we shape our reality. This approach links my art and therapy, as both utilize creative expression and imagination to drive personal and societal transformation. In individual and group sessions, I harness the power of the subconscious to heal and inspire, underscoring my belief that radical imagination and storytelling are essential for achieving meaningful change.