Donald and Gladstone - "You!" (2022) Tekening door Xavier Vives Mateu (Xavi)

Xavi (Xavier Vives Mateu) is a Catalan artist, who has worked under the pen names Xavi and MAT. He began his career in the Spanish underground comix scene of the 1970s, and became especially known for his erotic comics. Since the 1980s he is mainly known as a productive artist of Disney comics. 

He has been working in the Disney Magazines of Egmont Publishing in Denmark and Sanoma Publishing in the Netherlands for over 30 years.

The Spanish artist Xavi has spent all those years illustrating stories featuring Disney characters such as Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, The Beagle Boys, Mickey Mystery, Basil, Big Bad Wolf, Totally Minnie, Little Mermaid, and several other Disney characters. He has also created official Disney albums based on the first feature-length films, including Oliver and Co 1988, Little Mermaid 1989, and Aladdin 1992.

Xavi's dedication and passion for Disney storytelling have made him a respected artist within the Disney community. His contributions to the world of Disney publications have left a lasting impact, entertaining and captivating readers of all ages.

With his exceptional artistic abilities and extensive body of work, Xavi has played an integral role in bringing the enchanting world of Disney to life through his illustrations. His contributions have helped create cherished memories for Disney fans around the world.

• Nationaliteit: SPANJE
• Geboortedatum : 1951
• Artistieke domeinen: Vertegenwoordigd door een galerij,
• Groepen: Hedendaagse Spaanse Kunstenaars Kunstenaars gepresenteerd door een galerij