Through his large-scale oil paintings, Theo Pinto distils the subject down to its pure essence of light, invoking a sense of awe and reverence that prompts us to reflect on our connection to the divine. With his soft yet vibrant colour palettes, Pinto strives to capture the dynamic energy and fluidity of the sky in a distinctive and abstract manner.
Theo's artworks shift and adapt under varying light conditions. His paintings aren't mere static images but living illustrations of life's ceaseless rhythm, vibrant with the dance of brilliance and shadow, emotion, and chroma.
Drawing deeply from the wellspring of Eastern philosophy and Vedic wisdom, Pinto views his creative process as a divine dedication. Each brushstroke is a tribute to the spiritual, capturing the celestial influence guiding his hand. His artworks aren't just visual displays; they serve as portals to the divine realm.
In an age overshadowed by transient digital interactions, Theo Pinto's art stands out as a tranquil refuge. Theo's work is a space of contemplation and gratitude, a sanctuary where one can momentarily escape the chaos, pause, and embrace profound gratitude for the simple joy of being alive.
-
Bindu One, 2023Oil on panel183cm diameter (72")
-
Bindu Twilight, 2023Oil on panel152cm diameter (60")
-
A Walk at Dusk, 2023Oil on panel152cm x 127cm (60" x 50")
-
Sunrise Whispers, 2023Oil on panel152cm x 127cm (60" x 50")
-
Monsoon Twilight, 2023Oil on panel152cm x 127cm (60" x 50")
-
Nebulous Nocturne, 2023Oil on panel203cm x 178cm (80" x 70")
-
Sanctuary Solace, 2023Oil on panel152cm x 127cm (60" x 50")
-
Spring at the Church, 2023Oil on panel152cm x 127cm (60" x 50")
-
Study #33, 2023Oil on panel48cm x 38cm (19" x 15")
-
Study #42, 2023Oil on panel48cm x 38cm (19" x 15")
-
Study #43, 2023Oil on panel48cm x 38cm (19" x 15")
-
Study #46, 2023Oil on panel48cm x 38cm (19" x 15")
Theo Pinto is a Brazilian Artist, Experiential Designer, and Art Director based in Brooklyn, New York. Having completed his B.F.A in Architecture at Maryland Institute College of Art in 2013, Pinto's multidisciplinary experience has more recently merged into contemporary art. Using predominantly oil paints, Theo Pinto distills his subject down into its pure essence of light, creating abstract works that resonate with the soul. Pinto views his art as an extension of his spiritual practice, as a means of connecting with the divine and fostering a sense of tranquility and wholeness.
EDUCATION
2008 | Rochester Institute of Technology | |
2012 | Interior Architecture, Danish Institute for Study Abroad | |
2013 | B.F.A in Architecture, Maryland Institute College of Art |
SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2023 |
'Santuario de Luz', Cadogan Gallery, Milan, Italy. |
|
2022 |
|
'Skyscapes,' The Pill, Istanbul, Turkey. |
2021 |
|
Chase Edwards Gallery, Bridgehampton, USA. |
2020 |
|
Chase Edwards Gallery, Bridgehampton, USA. |
2020 |
|
'Skyscapes,' Calloway Fine Art, Washington DC, USA. |
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2023 |
'Twilight and Debris,' 1x1 Gallery, Dubai, UAE. |
|
2022 |
CI Bloom Art Fair, The Pill, Istanbul, Turkey. |
|
2021 |
|
'First Times,' Galerie Philia, New York, USA. |
2021 |
|
Hawk Gallery, Columbus, USA. |
2021 |
|
'Walker Tower,' Galerie Philia, New York, USA. |
2020 |
|
Studio 525, New York, USA. |
2020 |
|
Hawk Gallery, Columbus, Ohio, USA. |
2018 |
World Trade Gallery, New York, USA. |
-
A Group Exhibition | Mention | Country & Town House
Olivia Emily, Country & Town House, November 1, 2024 -
London’s Cadogan Gallery Has a New Flagship Space | Article | Hypebeast
Shawn Ghassemitari, Hypebeast, October 9, 2024 -
La Cadogan Gallery déménage | Article | Le Quotidien de l'Art
Jade Pillaudin, Le Quotidien de l'Art , October 9, 2024 -
Cadogan Gallery opens new space with group exhibition | Articile | Nigerian Tribune
Akintayo Abodunrin, The Nigerian Tribune, October 6, 2024 -
Anti-Frieze: 9 Free Exhibitions to See in London during Frieze Week | Mention | FAD Magazine
Lee Sharrock, FAD Magazine, October 6, 2024 -
Cadogan Gallery Opens New London Flagship in Belgravia | Article | Ocula News
Ocula News, September 25, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY: A GROUP EXHIBITION | ARTICLE | MEDIA E SIPARIO
Media e sipario, August 29, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY: A GROUP EXHIBITION | ARTICLE | POLITICAMENTECORRETTO
politicamentecorretto.com, July 29, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY ANNOUNCEMENT | INSIDEART
Inside Art, July 3, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY ANNOUNCEMENT | ARTICLE | ARTDAILY
Artdaily, June 29, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY LAUNCH ANNOUNCEMENT | ARTICLE | ARTNET
Artnet, June 28, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY ANNOUNCEMENT | ARTICLE | EXIBART
EXIBART, June 27, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY ANNOUNCEMENT | ARTICLE | ARTSLIFE
Carolina Belfiore, ArtsLife, June 27, 2024 -
CADOGAN GALLERY ANNOUNCEMENT | ARTICLE | FAD MAGAZINE
Mark Westall, FAD Magazine, June 27, 2024 -
THEO PINTO | SURFACE | ARTICLE AND INTERVIEW
Ryan Waddoups, Surface, April 24, 2023