Renata Aparecida Felinto Dos Santos

Place: São Paulo

Born: 1978

Biography:

Renata Aparecida Felinto Dos Santos is a Brazilian Postwar & Contemporary artist, born in São Paulo in 1978. She is an Afro-diasporic woman and mother, living and working in Crato, Brazil. Renata has been working in the visual arts for 20 years as an artist, researcher, and educator. She has a Master and PhD in Visual Arts from the University of São Paulo.

Background and Education

Renata's work is currently being shown at Museu de Arte Moderna (MAM) of São Paulo in Sao Paulo. She has been nominated for the PIPA Prize in 2020. Renata's oeuvre merges as a conjunction between an gesture of contamination, of blurring the barriers, the artist reflects on practices of marginalization, exclusion and geographically-tinged racism.

Artistic Style and Themes

Renata's work is characterized by its contemporary style, exploring themes such as identity, culture, and social justice. Her artistic approach is a reflection of her Afro-diasporic background and her experiences as a woman and mother in Brazil.

• Her artwork often incorporates elements of African and indigenous cultures, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Brazil.
• Renata's use of vibrant colors and bold brushstrokes creates a sense of energy and movement in her paintings.
• Her work is also influenced by her experiences as an educator and researcher, often incorporating elements of pedagogy and social critique.

Notable Works and Exhibitions

Renata's work has been exhibited in various museums and galleries, including the Museu de Arte Moderna (MAM) of São Paulo. Her notable works include:

• Partition, a painting that explores themes of identity and exclusion.
• Phi, a work that reflects on the relationship between art and mathematics.
• VAV, a piece that examines the intersection of art and technology.

You can learn more about Renata Aparecida Felinto Dos Santos and her work on Wikioo.org. Her artwork is also featured in various museums and galleries, including the Museu de Arte Moderna (MAM) of São Paulo and the Government Art Collection in London.