Antonio Gouveia

António is a Portuguese surrealist painter based in Lisbon, whose work is a constant search for balance between structure and fluidity, the tangible and the dreamlike. His art is shaped by a deep fascination with the symbiosis between abstract shapes and organic forms, his way of making sense of the world.

His journey began in childhood, where he found solace in drawing and painting, later refining his skills through relentless self-exploration and early experiences in a painting atelier. Influenced by great Portuguese masters such as Almada Negreiros and Amadeo de Souza Cardoso, António explored various mediums, from watercolor to Indian ink, before settling on oil and acrylic as his preferred tools of expression.

Over the years, he immersed himself in the study of composition and color, drawing inspiration from impressionist painters like Monet. However, the need for a more personal and original artistic voice led him to break away from traditional styles, embracing a more instinctive and surrealist approach. By weaving together geometric and abstract elements, his paintings seek to evoke emotions and intangible aspects of existence, transforming them into visual language.

For António, painting is not just about creating image...

Mainly self-taught, with a continuous focus on developing a unique artistic voice.

Studied Architecture and attended life drawing (nude model) classes at the University of Lisbon.

Early exposure to art through painting ateliers during childhood, which nurtured a lasting passion for painting.

November 2020 – Featured in a collective virtual exhibition with Virtual Artists, marking an early step into the international art scene.

June 2023 – Presented first solo exhibition at Mitó Creative Site, Lisbon, unveiling the acclaimed Half Moons collection.

March 2024 – Invited to showcase works in a collective exhibition at CAV86, an exclusive fusion restaurant and cultural venue in Lisbon.

June 2025 – Exhibited in a prestigious collective exhibition at Cordoaria Nacional, one of Lisbon’s most iconic cultural landmarks.