Mauricio Benega

Born in Sao Paulo (Brazil), he moved to New Zealand in 2004 and now lives and works as a full time artist in Okato. When not working or painting, he likes to surf, skate, travel and spend time with his family. He likes to work on a variety of different projects at the same time, such as; Illustrations, paintings, graphic design, signage, and murals.

He believes knowing more techniques and tools helps with the creative process. Working on different projects and experimenting, is a good way to keep yourself fresh and inspired.

He Graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Visual Arts & Computer Graphics in 2001 at University of Tuiuti Parana, Brazil. Also, he completed a Post-Graduation in School Administration & Visual Arts in 2004 at FAE Business School in Curitiba, Brazil and a Diploma of Visual effects & Motion Graphics in 2009 at Media Design School in Auckland, New Zealand.

Upcoming...
Baradene Art Show - Aug
Tauranga Art Show - Aug
Art in the Park - Auckland - Sep