early life and activism martins lhano, a portuguese artist, lived from 1953 to 2023. her life was marked by activism against the estado novo regime, leading to her arrest by pide for distributing leaflets opposing the portuguese colonial war. this pivotal moment in her life not only shaped her artistic trajectory but also underscored her commitment to social justice. founding of umar and artistic expression as one of the founders of the women's organization umar, martins lhano's work extended beyond the canvas, reflecting her deep-seated desire for change. her art, though not widely documente…