I am an accomplished visual artist and educator with a passion for blending traditional and digital media. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I have engaged audiences through innovative works and effective teaching methods. My journey includes executing public art projects and collaborating with international clients, and I thrive on inspiring and mentoring the next generation of creative minds. As a dedicated professional, I continually seek opportunities to expand my artistic skills and knowledge while sharing my experiences with students. Whether I am creating a new piece of art or guiding young artists in their craft, my goal is always to inspire creativity and foster a love for the arts.

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I am an accomplished visual artist and educator with a passion for blending traditional and digital media. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I have engaged audiences through innovative works and effective teaching methods. My journey includes executing public art projects and collaborating with international clients, and I thrive on inspiring and mentoring the next generation of creative minds. As a dedicated professional, I continually seek opportunities to expand my artistic skills and knowledge while sharing my experiences with students. Whether I am creating a new piece of art or guiding young artists in their craft, my goal is always to inspire creativity and foster a love for the arts.

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I am an accomplished visual artist and educator with a passion for blending traditional and digital media. Throughout my 15 years of experience, I have engaged audiences through innovative works and effective teaching methods. My journey includes executing public art projects and collaborating with international clients, and I thrive on inspiring and mentoring the next generation of creative minds.

As a dedicated professional, I continually seek opportunities to expand my artistic skills and knowledge while sharing my experiences with students. Whether I am creating a new piece of art or guiding young artists in their craft, my goal is always to inspire creativity and foster a love for the arts.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Visual Artist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2011 - November 18, 2025
Designed and executed large-scale public art installations including tributes, sculptures, and commemorative monuments. Exhibited solo and group artworks at venues across Europe and produced commissioned works for private collectors and corporate clients.
Art & Design Instructor at Magestil Professional School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Taught Graphic Design and Fashion Production courses to high school-level students, mentoring over 200 students in professional and technical skills for the creative industries.
Collaborator & Researcher at CHAIA (Center for Art History and Artistic Research)
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Conducted artistic research focusing on the intersection of fine arts and visual narratives.
Secondary School Arts Teacher at Schools in Sintra
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Delivered classes in Art, Design, and Visual Education to middle and high school students, developing new teaching methods for artistic expression.
Geometry Tutor at Self-Employed
January 1, 2005 - November 18, 2025
Provided personalized lessons in descriptive geometry, improving students' technical drawing skills.

Education

Master’s in Artistic Creation at University of Barcelona
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Post-Graduate Diploma in Communication and Image at IADE
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006
Bachelor’s in Fine Arts (Education Track) at University of Évora
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

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Industry Experience

Education, Computers & Electronics, Software & Internet, Gaming, Media & Entertainment
    uniE621 comics books
    few examples of my comics illustration pages for different clients. illustrator comics illustration
    uniE621 color books
    Illustrations black and white for kids books to color.