We are pleased to announce the commercial representation of artist Rafael Baron.
Born in 1986 in Nova Iguaçu, RJ, Brazil, where he lives and works, Rafael is graduated in Theology from FAECAD and in Photography and Studio Photography from SENAC-RJ. He studied Drawing (with Sérgio Dias), Painting (with Celso Mathias) and Art History (with Thiago Martins). He also attended several courses at Parque Lage School of Visual Arts – EAV, Rio de Janeiro.
In his artistic practice, he develops studies and researches on figurative painting, with an eye to contemporary poetics. His work starts from the examination of the human figure, through which he discloses the subjectivities of the personality of each individual, looking for unique attributes in the process of creating his characters. In his research, he addresses issues related to social prejudice, racism, LGBT phobia, misogyny, among others. He sees art as a powerful communication tool that can contribute to a harmonious social experience. By proposing an open dialogue on tolerance and diversity, the artist invites the viewer to become a co-author of his creations.
He was recently awarded in the “Garimpo” contest (2019/2020), promoted by Dasartes magazine, an accolade aimed at Brazilian emerging artists who have never had an individual exhibition at an art institution. His works are already part of private collections in Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo and Ceará (Brazil); and Boston (USA).
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