George Alonso

Born in São Paulo, George Alonso is a painter known for his intuitive brushstrokes and vibrant color palette, which are hallmarks of his work. He rejects any commitment to realism and academic perfection, advocating that art transcends mere replication of reality. "If I were to literally copy things, I would take photos. But even photos, depending on the author, do not serve this mistake. Art can do much more," states the artist. Among the displayed works, the series "Favelas Paulistanas," with a geometric approach, and "Espaços Paulistanos," where he paints iconic places of São Paulo such as Largo do Paissandu, Túnel 9 de Julho, Viaduto Santa Ifigênia, the corner of Masp with Copan, and Ibirapuera Park, stand out. Besides his career in the arts, Alonso is educated in social communication, philosophy, and sociology, and has worked as a journalist for major newspapers like Folha, O Globo, Jornal do Brasil, and Diário de S. Paulo.

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