Alvaro
Álvaro Mendonça is a contemporary Portuguese artist. His journey in the realm of art began with a formal education, as he dedicated himself to the study of Painting at the Escola de Superior de Belas Artes de Lisboa, known today as FBAUL. Over the years, his expertise in the visual arts led him to share his knowledge and passion as a teacher of Visual Arts in secondary schools, a role he embraced from 1985 to 2009.
Since 1983, Álvaro Mendonça has graced public spaces and museums with his exhibitions, offering viewers the opportunity to immerse themselves in his artistic vision. Despite his extensive artistic journey, Álvaro's paintings and drawings have remained largely within the confines of his personal relationships. He has shied away from mass production or commercial ventures, choosing instead to preserve the purity and authenticity of his art, keeping painting in its most latent and genuine state.
Álvaro has not confined himself to the canvas alone. He has actively participated in a myriad of artistic projects, demonstrating versatility and an unrelenting curiosity that has led him to explore avenues such as editing, graphic design, photography, and the intricate world of digital image manipulation.
In 2019, Álvaro embarked on a journey that harked back to his artistic origins. This natural return to the essence of his craft gave rise to the Raw Material project. It serves as a vessel for preserving his extensive collection of drawings while simultaneously offering the world a glimpse into the treasures of his archive. This project will culminate in a public exhibition and the creation of a dedicated website, complete with multimedia presentations.
At the core of this artistic journey lies Álvaro's profound connection to the human figure, a theme that holds a place of paramount importance in the art of Western Civilization. This thematic exploration has culminated in the revival of the suit model, a motif that had previously occupied a special place in his artistic repertoire.
Álvaro Mendonça's journey through the world of art is one of introspection, authenticity, and an unquenchable thirst for creative expression. His commitment to preserving the purity of painting and his dedication to unveiling the essence of his craft demonstrate a profound love for the art form, a love that has defined his path and continues to captivate those who have the privilege of experiencing his work.
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Os Engravatados • 34 artworks
View allA máscara, o casaco, a camisa a a gravata são comuns a milhões de engravatados que assim se exibem em todo o mundo.
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Acrílico, água e aditivos sobre papel FABRIANO Clássico 5 de 300g no formato 100 X 70, vertical.
Photography | Several sizes
Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 15.8x15.8 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 39.4x31.5 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 36.2x28.7 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 36.2x28.7 in
Acrylic on Canvas | 36.2x28.7 in
Recognition
The artist studied the arts through his academic studies
The artist's works have been noticed by the editorial staff
The artist participates in art shows and fairs
Exercises the profession of artist as a main activity
Biography
Álvaro Mendonça is a contemporary Portuguese artist. His journey in the realm of art began with a formal education, as he dedicated himself to the study of Painting at the Escola de Superior de Belas Artes de Lisboa, known today as FBAUL. Over the years, his expertise in the visual arts led him to share his knowledge and passion as a teacher of Visual Arts in secondary schools, a role he embraced from 1985 to 2009.
Since 1983, Álvaro Mendonça has graced public spaces and museums with his exhibitions, offering viewers the opportunity to immerse themselves in his artistic vision. Despite his extensive artistic journey, Álvaro's paintings and drawings have remained largely within the confines of his personal relationships. He has shied away from mass production or commercial ventures, choosing instead to preserve the purity and authenticity of his art, keeping painting in its most latent and genuine state.
Álvaro has not confined himself to the canvas alone. He has actively participated in a myriad of artistic projects, demonstrating versatility and an unrelenting curiosity that has led him to explore avenues such as editing, graphic design, photography, and the intricate world of digital image manipulation.
In 2019, Álvaro embarked on a journey that harked back to his artistic origins. This natural return to the essence of his craft gave rise to the Raw Material project. It serves as a vessel for preserving his extensive collection of drawings while simultaneously offering the world a glimpse into the treasures of his archive. This project will culminate in a public exhibition and the creation of a dedicated website, complete with multimedia presentations.
At the core of this artistic journey lies Álvaro's profound connection to the human figure, a theme that holds a place of paramount importance in the art of Western Civilization. This thematic exploration has culminated in the revival of the suit model, a motif that had previously occupied a special place in his artistic repertoire.
Álvaro Mendonça's journey through the world of art is one of introspection, authenticity, and an unquenchable thirst for creative expression. His commitment to preserving the purity of painting and his dedication to unveiling the essence of his craft demonstrate a profound love for the art form, a love that has defined his path and continues to captivate those who have the privilege of experiencing his work.
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Nationality:
PORTUGAL
- Date of birth : 1959
- Artistic domains: Works by professional artists,
- Groups: Professional Artist Contemporary Portuguese Artists
![Alvaro - The artist at work](https://www.artmajeur.com/medias/portrait/a/l/alvaro/artist/608519_at_work_bnig-one-01-19.jpg)
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Os engravatados
... / As camisas são brancas, impecáveis.
A GRAVATA é o “epicentro” do quadro.Uma massa de tinta em poucas pinceladas. Coloridas, às listas, estampadas, pretas ou sarapintadas.
A gravata — a máscara — o casaco, a camisa, são comuns a milhões de engravatados que assim se exibem em todo o mundo.É a máscara que uniformiza o preconceito e o preceito.
“O Engravatado” é um símbolo. Um ícone dos nossos tempos.
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“O Engravatado” é uma forma sintética de representação do Humano moderno — Uma variante planificada do profético “21st Century Schizoid Man”, de Peter Sinfield (King Crimson, 1969) encafuado na farda standard que veste e ostenta, no mundo dos mercados da era actual. O individuo “normalizado” e subserviente, exigido pela Globalidade, alienado pelo sistema tributário escravocrata e pelo poder abstracto da Macro-economia, que dominam a sociedade de consumo contemporânea.
Making of
Ensaio multimédia
Deambulação estética acerca de um engravatado. [Técnica mista sobre tela / 150 x 130 cm / Abril 2020].
Objectos cenográficos, guitarra e edição do autor.
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![O engravatado 13 Painting titled "O engravatado 13" by Alvaro, Original Artwork, Acrylic](https://www.artmajeur.com/medias/mini/a/l/alvaro/artwork/13174187_os-engravatados-14.jpg?v=1586540318)