Born in Brazil and living in New York City since 2003. Wth a major in Business he gained a strong corporate background in the fashion business; both, as a designer as well as an executive. However, in 1999 he left everything behind and chose to take to the canvas. 1989 was a turning point in his life. Among hundreds of artists, he was one of the few artists chosen by the Museu do Estado de Pernanmbuco , in Recife Brazil, to represent rising new talents. This accolade was instrumental in his later decision to devote himself to being a full time artist. He's also a member of the Art Students League of New York.
