Marcelo Antonio

Marcelo Antonio is a contemporary visual artist recognized for his evocative use of color and texture to explore themes of identity, memory, and everyday experience. Born in São Paulo, Brazil, and now residing in Toronto, Marcelo’s diverse background profoundly shapes his artistic outlook, blending the vibrancy of South American culture with the subtleties of urban North American life. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Ontario College of Art and Design, where he cultivated his multidisciplinary approach, seamlessly integrating painting, mixed media, and installation.

Marcelo’s work is characterized by dynamic compositions, intuitive mark-making, and a poetic sensitivity to materiality, attracting both critical and popular acclaim. His art has been exhibited in galleries across Canada, Brazil, and Europe, and is included in several private and corporate collections. Throughout his career, Marcelo Antonio has remained committed to community engagement, regularly facilitating workshops and collaborating with local arts organizations to nurture creativity and dialogue within diverse audiences.