About Sergio Cesario

Sergio Cesario is an American-Brazilian abstract artist and writer, currently splitting his time between Portugal and the United States. Known for redefining fine arts photography through innovation, his distinct technique of digitally drawing, painting, and manipulating photographs results in vibrant, abstract dreamlike images. While he occasionally integrates AI as a tool, his work is not AI-generated—every piece is shaped through his artistic vision, ensuring full control over composition, texture, and meaning. A member of IAA/AIAP, Cesario holds a Master of Arts degree in Journalism from NYU.
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Formerly a news anchor and reporter for platforms in Brazil and the USA, he transitioned into digital art, drawing inspiration from post-humanism and abstract expressionism. His work challenges perceptions, blending traditional photography with nonfigurative art. Repurposing photos and digital elements, he recreates ambiguous, bold pieces that question societal stigmas. Using digital painting and modern prints, he enhances depth and color vibrancy, inspiring others to embrace creativity while reflecting on deeper existential and philosophical themes.
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Cesario has exhibited internationally across the United States, Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Brazil. His work has been featured twice at the Biennial of the European Cultural Centre in Venice and has earned him the Artistic Achievement Certificate at The Pinacothèque Museum of Luxembourg for three consecutive years.
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Expanding his creative expression into literature, Cesario is currently developing two literary works. One is a speculative and philosophical fiction novel, thematically intertwined with his Transhuman Series, exploring identity, consciousness, and the post-human experience. The other is a literary work for young readers, embracing themes of transformation, resilience, and discovery.
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In a world of constant flux, Cesario’s art and writing transcend boundaries, offering intimate reflections on the past, present, and speculative futures through vibrant imagery and thought-provoking narratives.
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“As a writer and digital artist, I explore the intersection of technology and humanity, revealing the unseen layers of human experience through post-humanist concepts. My work provokes curiosity and reflection, inspiring critical thought and fostering positive social change.”
Education
1997
New York University
Master of Arts – Broadcasting Journalism
Graduate School of Arts and Science
selected group exhibition
2025
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Human Expressions – Juried Exhibition | Maryland Federation of Arts, Maryland MD USA (juried by Samuel Dylan Ewing)
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Digital Directions - Juried Exhibition | Maryland Federation of Arts, Maryland MD USA (juried by Jennifer Figg)
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Synthetica and Alterica | Silicon Valley International Contemporary Art Review Exhibition, ArtX Gallery, Freeport CA
2024
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Art Matters - Art Basel Season | MIA Curatorial Projects, Miami, FL, USA (Curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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IAA-USA's Open Call-2024 | Member’s only online exhibition
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Arte Imagem | Eurarts Gallery Portugal, Leiria, Portugal (Curated by Eurarts)
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Wynwood Juried Show | Miami, FL (Juried by Milagros Bello, Orianna Montenegro, Marlena Santaella
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Contemporary Inventories Pre-Basel Season | MIA Curatorial Projects, Miami, FL, USA (Curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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America: Land of Dreams | ECC Personal Structures in the context of the 60th Venice Art Biennale, Venice, Italy (Catalogue)
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Human X Machina | MIFA Miami International Fine Arts, (curated by Luis Valenzuela), Miami FL USA (catalogue)
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2023
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Embodying Masonic Values | Masonic Library & Museum of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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Dellirium: Tensional Continuum | MIA Curatorial Projects, Miami, FL, USA (Curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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All Media 2023 | Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine, CA, USA (Juried Exhibition)
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Intercrossing Flashes in Current Art | MIA Curatorial, Miami, FL USA (curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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Trans-Relational Asymmetries| MIA Curatorial, Miami, FL USA (curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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Contraventions | MIA Curatorial, Miami, FL USA (curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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Diversia – Wetlands, World Wetlands Day | UN Calendar Exhibition, Toronto, ON Canada (curated by Exhibizone)
2022
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Brain Cake, Gaudì Room - Casa Milà - La Pedrera, Barcelona, Spain (curated by M.A.D.S. Gallery)
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Delectables And Not | Art Basel Season, MIA Curatorial, Miami FL (curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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Visceral | M.A.D.S. Gallery | Milan, Italy (curated by Ilaria Falchetti) (catalogue)
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50 and Older Golden Online Art Exhibition | Las Laguna Art, Laguna Beach CA
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Ferments | MIA Curatorial, Miami FL (curated by Dr. Milagros Bello)
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50th Annual Melvin Gallery Art Exhibition | The Lakeland Art Guild, Lakeland FL
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New Generations | International Art Award, Miami FL
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Americans, Current Imaginaries | ECC Personal Structures in the context of the 59th Venice Art Biennale Venice, Italy
2021
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Concurrences: Oblique Views | Art Basel Week, MIA Curatorial, Miami FL
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Cross Aesthetics | MIA Curatorial, Miami FL
Awards and Honors
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Honorable Mention Award, ArtX Gallery USA (2025)
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Best Digital Art, Eurarts Portugal (2024)
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Honorable Mention Award, Wynwood Art Show USA (2024)
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Public Choice Award, Diversia – World Wetlands Day USA (2023)
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Artistic Achievement, Pinacothèque, Luxembourg Art Prize (2022, 2023, 2024)
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Finalist, International Art Award USA (2022)
Collections
Private Collection
JQ Foundation
Works held in private collections in the Australia, Brazil, Portugal and the United States
Associations
International Association of Art / Association Internationale des Arts Plastiques
VAA | Visual Artists Association
UBE | União Brasileira de Escritores (Brazilian Writers' Union)
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