Contemporary Artist Flavio Galvan Passionately Pursues Lifelong Dreams
Flavio Galvan is a contemporary painter pursuing his dream to improve the lives of others through art. He has worked tirelessly as an independent artist for over 30 years, fueled by his desire to bring more beauty to the world, help kids with health and emotional challenges and gain recognition with galleries, museums and private collectors. His passion and extraordinary talent continue to inspire his over 1 million Instagram followers.
Great talent is often forged in the crucible of difficulty. Born and raised in Argentina, Flavio’s childhood was often difficult and sometimes fraught with sadness and the crippling anxiety of poverty. Still, he was a gifted child with boundless energy. He was a natural athlete, artist, performer and dancer who seemed to excel in everything he put his mind and hand to. During his college years he began to pursue a career in medicine, then architecture and finally graphic design. Each pursuit was interrupted by financial difficulty. It was one of his architecture professors who astutely noticed Flavio’s artistic skills and encouraged him to paint. Thus began his pursuit of a life and career in the world of art. “When I discovered my talent and passion for creating art, I began to see that, if I was disciplined and worked hard, I could make a living as an artist,” remembers Flavio.
Flavio painted prolifically and began showing his work in museums and galleries in his native Argentina, and a strong following developed. Soon he opened Galvan Art Gallery where he exhibited and sold his work and created commissions for private clients. He expanded his work to include sculpture and sandblasted glass murals for commercial clients while working in collaboration with top architects. Various travel abroad by way of student visas opened the door to a new and more expansive life in the United States. “During this very difficult time of transition I survived a traumatic brain injury, the loss of both of my parents at ages 60 and 70 and countless financial and professional setbacks that really challenged my resolve. Still, I persisted and worked hard to keep my dream alive,” stated Flavio. The dream to immigrate to America came true in 2010 when through unyielding determination, vision and sacrifice, his immigration and relocation to Florida became a reality.
Flavio’s current body of contemporary work has been described as energetic, sophisticated and forward-focused. His contemporary paintings and drawings lure you into a magnificent world of color, texture and form. His work seeks to connect the observer to a deeper engagement with the vast landscape of the human experience. His masterful expressions in oil, acrylic and texture create an exuberant dance that tangoes through his formative years in Argentina then on to his life as a celebrated American painter. His work is influenced not only by his own experience and values but also by his desire to speak to current world events. Flavio created the powerful comic-inspired series “Working Heroes” to honor healthcare workers and first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. His powerfully spare line drawing series “Minimal Ink” sits in elegant contrast with the more heavily textured and layered abstracts of his forthcoming series, “The Texture of Time.”
Flavio's work is represented by fine art galleries in the United States and Canada. His working studio in Florida serves as a hub to present his artwork to new galleries, collectors, curators and private sponsors. He has several new and diverse series in development and accepts private and corporate commissions from the likes of Amazon, Edward Jones, The Cleveland Clinic and more. Several series, such as the Working Heroes, afforded him numerous interviews and appearances on television and radio in both the United States and his native Argentina. “I am currently in the process of expanding my association with architects and interior designers and am seeking representation in Dubai, Tokyo, Seattle, Portland, Dallas, Austin, Chicago and Los Angeles,” Flavio adds.
“My advice to people starting their business or brand is to never stop believing in your dreams and to never stop working. I work almost every day but I truly love what I do so just keep going. My goals are to have my work represented around the world, to build a sustainable following and to continue to develop my Flavio Galvan brand. I would love to expand into the fashion and athleisure arenas,” Flavio explains. “Ultimately, the desire of my heart is that my career will one day help me create even bigger ways to heal and support young people in need, particularly kids fighting cancer and those on the Autism spectrum or with Down syndrome.”
ARTIST CV
EDUCATION
1995 Graduated in Art. - Figueroa Alcorta School - Cordoba, Argentina
2001 Bachelor in Graphic Design - Business University 21 Century - Cordoba, Argentina
SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2021
Minor Details - Tacoma, Washington
2020
“Working Heroes” - Aventura Hospital, Aventura, Florida
2019 to Present
Mandarin Oriental - Miami, Florida
2017
Bill Lowe Gallery - Atlanta, Georgia
2013
NAC Gallery - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Partners on Design - Palm Beach, Florida
2012
NAC Gallery - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ONCE Art Gallery - Wynwood Art District, Miami, Florida
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2021
Minor Details - Tacoma, Washington
2020 to Present
Empty Wall Gallery - Vancouver, BC, Canada
2018
Bill Lowe Gallery - Atlanta, Georgia
2017
Giovanni Rossi Fine Art - Dania, Florida
Bill Lowe Gallery - Atlanta, Georgia
2016
Giovanni Rossi Fine Art - Dania, Florida
Bill Lowe Gallery - Atlanta, Georgia
2015
Bill Lowe Gallery - Atlanta, Georgia
2014
Castle Fitzjohns Gallery - New York City, NYC
2013
Castle Fitzjohns Gallery - New York City, NYC
Porter Contemporary Art Gallery - Chelsea District - New York City, NYC
NAC Gallery - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2012
AP Contemporary Gallery - Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
LMNT during ART BASEL - Design District - Miami, Florida
NAC Gallery - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
ONCE Art Gallery - Wynwood Art District, Miami, Florida
Billboard Art Project - Chosen for group exhibition in electronic billboard group exhibition in Quincy, Illinois
2011
Nina Torres Fine Art during ART BASEL - Miami, Florida
Wynwood Exhibition Center (WEC), sponsored by Irreversible Art Magazine and Cafeina Lounge and IRREVERSIBLE Magazine - Wynwood ArtDistrict, Miami, Florida
Naples Art Center - Naples, Florida, USA - Selected by juror Diane Camber for participation in exhibition at the 49th Founders Juried AwardsExhibition at The Von Liebig In Naples, Florida
Girls’ Club - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Billboard Art Project - Chosen for group exhibition in electronic billboard group exhibition in:
Duluth, Minnesota
Chicago, Illinois
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Corona, Riverside, San Bernardino, California
New Orleans, Louisiana
Reading, Pennsylvania
2009/2006
Modern Art Museum of Maldonado - Punta del Este, Uruguay
Expo Clásica Art Fair - Palacio San Miguel - Buenos Aires, Argentina
Forma Art Gallery - Buenos Aires, Argentina
AUCTIONS
2020
Working Heroes Fine Art Auction - Mandarin Oriental, Miami, Florida
2013
Fine Art Auction at Nac Gallery featuring woks by Flavio Galvan - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2012
Fine Art Auction at Nac Gallery featuring woks by Flavio Galvan - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
2011
Fine Art Auction at LMNT featuring woks by Flavio Galvan - Design Distric - Miami, Florida
2010
IKF’s Wonderfund Art Auction 2010/DOT FIFTY ONE GALLERY - Miami, Florida
MURALS
2021
Shelter - Wynwood Design District - Miami, Florida
2016
Padel life & Soccer - Hallandale Beach, Florida
2013
KMP Warehouse - Wynwood - Miami, Florida
2010
Lorca Vive!!! Theatrical Collage - Miami, Florida
2005
Sheraton Hotel - Córdoba - Argentina - Etched glass murals
BIBLIOGRAPHY
2020
MO Magazine - Mandarin Oriental Magazine International - Featured Artist in Residence
2020
“Let’s Face It” A pandemic mask benefit for Kids In Distress - South Florida Region
2020
“Working Heroes” - CARAS Magazine, Buenos Aires, Argentina
2016
"Living INTOWN" - January/February - 2016 - WINTER ISSUE
Story by NATASHA NYANIN - Photos by JENNI GIRTMAN
Mandarin Oriental - Atlanta, Georgia
2014
“The Palm Beacher Magazine” - Palm Beach, Florida
“Jupiter Magazine” - Jupiter, Florida
“Gold Coast Magazine” - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
“Boca Life Magazine” - Boca Raton, Florida
2014
“Studio Visit Magazine” Article about Flavio Galvan - Boston, Massachusetts
2013
“Art & Beyond Magazine” Spring issue 2013 - Article about Flavio Galvan - Chicago, Illinois
“Studio Visit Magazine” Article about Flavio Galvan - Boston, Massachusetts
“Primer Dia” Newspaper - Article about Flavio Galvan - Jesus Maria, Cordoba, Argentina
2012
“Art & Beyond Magazine” - Flavio Galvan, whose artwork "Sarah 1" won the front cover for the September/October 2012 Online and Print issue - Chicago, Illinois
2011
“IRREVERSIBLE Magazine” ART BASEL issue - Article by Carlos Suarez de Jesus Art Critic - Miami, Florida
“Art Book Guy” - New York
“Urban Magazine” Flavio Galvan and his art - Villa Maria, Cordoba, Argentina
“Primer Dia” Newspaper - Article about Flavio Galvan - Jesus Maria, Cordoba, Argentina
“Flavio Galvan Book” The Now Generation Series
“Flavio Galvan Book” 2007 / 2010 - Compendium
”CANCUNISSIMO Magazine” & Nina Torres Fine Art during ART BASEL - Miami, Florida
“SCOPE” Miami and IRREVERSIBLE Magazine - Miami, Florida
2010
“Florida International Magazine” - Miami, Florida
“KMP Furniture ICON Brickell Catalogue- Miami, Florida
“El Nuevo Heraldo” Newspaper - Miami, Florida. Article about Flavio Galvan’s painting of the theatrical mural backdrop of Lorca used in the musical and theatrical homage to Federico Garcia Lorca entitled “Lorca Vive”
“El Diario las Americas” - Article about Flavio Galvan’s painting of the theatrical mural backdrop of Lorca used in the musical and theatrical homage to Federico Garcia Lorca entitled “Lorca Vive”
“Urban Magazine” - Villa Maria, Cordoba - Article issue 2, about Flavio Galvan and his art
“Primer Dia” Newspaper - Jesus Maria, Cordoba, Argentina - Article about Flavio Galvan and his art
2008
“Habitar, Arquitectura Interiorismo y Diseño” - Córdoba, Argentina - This magazine dedicated 10 pages to the art of Flavio Galvan and included an article by Joan Luis Montane of the International Association of Art Critics (Madrid, Spain 12/23/2003)
“Para Ti, Deco” - Buenos Aires, Argentina - An interior design magazine, Article about interior decoration in appeared wherein several of Flavio Galvan’s paintings are featured as part of the décor being shown to readers.
“Para ti Magazine” - Buenos Aires - A design publication, wherein several of Flavio Galvan’s paintings are featured as part of the décor being shown to readers
2007
César Magrini Writer and Critic of Art - Buenos Aires, Argentina2006
“Flavio Galván, characters and symbolism of pop reminiscences” by Joan Luís Montané (Of the International Critics of Art Madrid, Spain)