Fernando Alvim

Angola
1963
In his art he relentlessly deals with the wounds inflicted on war-torn Angola: especially the repercussions and consequences of the conflict in people's cultural memory.

Fernando Alvim is an Angolan artist, known for his postwar and contemporary works.

Alvim is a self-taught artist who works with various media. Alongside the traditional artist's role, Alvim has also founded several African cultural centres, produces films, and been editor of Coartnews. His art has been showcased in various auctions, achieving prices that reflect his significance in the art world.

Alvim currently lives and works in Luanda and Brussels, Belgium.

Artworks