Hey, I’m an artist based in Porto, Portugal!
Bruno de Almeida (1995), born in Muzambinho, MG, Brazil, is a visual artist based in Porto, Portugal. His artistic practice centers on illustration as a meeting point between art, literature, and design, aiming to create spaces that promote community and institutional engagement. Through his works, he reflects on environmental and social ecologies, collaborating and imagining new horizons for these relationships.
In 2024, Bruno published his first illustrated book, Gambiarra, which celebrates creativity and ingenuity in the daily life of cities. His work has been recognized through awards, including those at the Bologna Children’s Book Fair (2024) and the 50 Years of the 25th of April (2024, Portugal), and he has exhibited his art in solo and group exhibitions in countries such as Japan, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Brazil, and Portugal.
Bruno holds a Master's degree in Product Design from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the University of Porto (2024) and a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design from the University of Franca, Brazil (2017). He has also participated in several artistic residencies, such as Imersão - Queer Art Lab (2024), Híbridos Arte-Ambiente (2024), and Des/Oriente (2023), and contributed to international projects like Pop The Vote in Brussels.
In addition to his artistic achievements, Bruno is committed to social initiatives. In 2022, he co-founded NIBA - Núcleo de Imigrantes da Belas Artes do Porto, a project that supports immigrants in the artistic community. He currently serves as an advisor for NIBA, a role that is particularly meaningful to him as it aligns with his dedication to creating inclusive and diverse creative spaces.
With a decade of experience working in Design for children, Bruno has contributed to various international projects focused on education, creativity, and social impact. His work demonstrates a strong commitment to reflection and sociocultural transformation through art, fostering new ways of thinking and engaging with the world.
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