Francisco Mendes Moreira

Francisco Mendes Moreira is a self-taught artist born in 1984 and based in Lisbon. In recent years, he has gained a large following both online and in international exhibitions in North America, Europe, and Australia. Moreira begins his work process intuitively to solve problems, utilizing a variety of media and surfaces, predominantly working with oil pastels and collage. His style straddles realism and abstraction, and his images pose questions about human nature and existence in the universe. Although analysis has little space in his creative process, it is clear that Moreira's practice is a continuous commentary and staging of events related to the human condition. His work is based on an intuitive approach that is often triggered by contemporary culture and supports both psychological and political aspects. Moreira uses materials he finds in his everyday life, and the scale of his works can vary considerably. His work has been exhibited worldwide and he has gained a large following for his unique approach and ability to capture the complexity of human life.