Inimá José De Paula

Place: Itanhomi

Born: 1918

Death: 1999

Biography:

Inimá José De Paula, also known as Inimá de Paula, was a renowned Brazilian painter and draftsman born on December 7, 1918, in Itanhomi, Minas Gerais, Brazil. He passed away on August 13, 1999, in Belo Horizonte, also located in Minas Gerais, Brazil. Inimá de Paula was known for his strong and vibrant colors in his paintings, earning him the nickname 'the Brazilian fauve'.

Early Life and Education

Inimá de Paula studied at various institutions such as the Núcleo Antônio Parreiras in Juiz de Fora, Minas Gerais, Liceu de Artes e Ofícios do Rio de Janeiro, Académie de la Grande Chaumière and École Normale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He also attended classes with renowned artists such as André Lhote and Gino Severini.

Career and Style

Inimá de Paula had his first solo exhibition at the Instituto dos Arquitetos do Brasil (IAB/RJ) in 1948, thanks to the support of Candido Portinari. He won several awards throughout his career, including a trip to Brazil and an international trip through the Salão Nacional de Belas Artes (SNBA) and the Salão Nacional de Arte Moderna (SNAM), respectively. In 1954, he moved to Paris where he lived for two years before returning to Brazil.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

Upon his return to Brazil, Inimá de Paula began painting abstract works that were later exhibited at the 5th São Paulo Biennial. In the early 1960s, he settled in Belo Horizonte and returned to figurative painting. Some of his notable works can be found on Wikioo.org, including paintings by other renowned artists such as Benedito José Tobias and Antônio Diogo da Silva Parreiras.

Awards and Legacy

Inimá de Paula's contributions to Brazilian art are undeniable. He was awarded several prizes for his work, including the Salão Nacional de Belas Artes (SNBA) and the Salão Nacional de Arte Moderna (SNAM). In 1998, a foundation was created in his honor called Fundação Inimá de Paula.

• Some of his notable works can be found on Wikioo.org.
• His paintings are characterized by strong and vibrant colors, earning him the nickname 'the Brazilian fauve'.
• Inimá de Paula's work can be found in several museums, including the Museu Antonio Parreiras in Niterói, Brazil.

Inimá José De Paula's legacy lives on through his vibrant and expressive paintings. His contributions to Brazilian art are a testament to his skill and dedication to his craft. For more information about Inimá de Paula and other renowned artists, visit Wikioo.org.