Andreia Costa

"Andreia Costa's work explores the emotional complexity of African women and their connection to cultural roots, using vibrant colors and techniques such as acrylic, watercolor, and digital painting to bridge the past and present."

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Andreia Costa

Andreia Costa, born in 1997 in Luanda, Angola, is a young self-taught visual artist who began expressing her talent in childhood, drawing animated characters. Fascinated by the world of fashion, she created her first blog at the age of 14, but it was in art that she found her true passion. In 2019, she founded the social project "Ateliê Belnique," aimed at training and empowering young aspiring artists.

Over the years, Andreia has participated in various artistic initiatives, standing out for her work in realistic and hyper-realistic painting, with influences from artists like Kussy, Guilherme Mampuya, and Ana Silva. In 2021, she was one of the artists representing Angola at Expo Dubai, where she painted live during the Lusofonia show. Her art explores the emotional complexity of African women, their connection to cultural roots, and themes like resilience and beauty. Works like "Raízes" and "Complexos de Mumuila" are examples of her unique approach.

Currently, Andreia lives between Luanda and Lisbon, where she recently exhibited her collection "Transição." Using techniques such as acrylic, watercolor, and digital painting, she seeks a contemporary interpretation of African cultural traditions, connecting the past to the present. With a desire to study Fine Arts and become a curator, Andreia aims to support the next generation of visual artists.

Muarte Project Group Exhibition at the Tamar Golan Gallery 2017
P.Muarte group exhibition of young artists 2018
Group exhibition P.Muarte 2019
Group Exhibition, Angola Pavilion at Expo Dubai 2020
Group Exhibition Ego: Lisbon Cultural Meeting, 2023
Solo exhibition “Transition” 2024

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