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| De Paola Art |
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Suzana De Paola DOB. 05/26/81 Sao Paulo, Brazil. Suzana De Paola is a Figurative Artist whose creations consist of acrylic paintings featuring more traditional images and Pop Art. Images are usually strong, depicting idealized bodies, portraits or concepts. She has also dabbed in batik (a traditional Indonesian technique) and has most recently started portraits in pastel. Suzana was born in Brazil, but having travelled extensively since a very young age, the subject matter cannot be pin- pointed. Cultural experiences have a constant impact on her work, and often drive her to try different mediums. Her style is highly influenced by Tamara De Lempicka and the Pop Art movement. Her artistic journey began in Rome, Italy in 1996. Suzana lived in Rome and studied art in high school, travelling throughout Europe on school projects and for leisure. The family support and recognition from early school years from as early as 1989, encouraged Suzana to share her art and never leave the passion for the arts dormant. Some early recognition includes winning 2nd place in the “World Food Day Poster” competition from FAO Women's Guild of Rome in 1999, and being featured in the 2000 year book for her school. Currently living in Miami, Florida, Suzana is not only involved in the art community by coordinating large festivals throughout the year and assisting emerging artists, but she also exhibits in festivals and galleries. In her decade of artistic trials she has found her style and has found that travelling around the world makes for great conceptual series. |
| “Art is my therapy, the connection to my soul and a thorough understanding of my mind. As I constantly crave, more life, more culture and stimulation the canvas becomes the world, only indoors." |
