Fernando Ferreira De Araujo

"Painting, to me, is a unique experience. Each work is a surprise and has its own personal and intuitive meaning. After brainstorming feelings and memories, each one of my paintings evolves freely and independently."
Fernando Ferreira De Araujo


Born in Brazil with a major in Business he gained a strong corporate background in the fashion business; both, as a designer as well as an executive. However, in 1999 he left everything behind and chose to take to the canvas. 1989 was a turning point in his life. Among hundreds of artists, he was one of the few artists chosen by the “Museu do Estado de Pernanmbuco”, in Recife Brazil, to represent rising new talents. This accolade was instrumental in his later decision to devote himself to being a full time artist. He has had a few shows in Brazil; however decided moving to New York City in 2003 and has been living there since then, participating in local shows as well as in other states. He's also a member of the Art Students League of New York.


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