The Cartographer of Dreams, Circa 2018
Sephora Venites  

Print : fine art print, giclée · 101.6 x 71.1 x 0.3 cm 40 x 28 x 0.1 inch

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This portrait radiates the aura of an enigmatic traveler—one who moves between worlds, collecting whispers of forgotten lands and celestial echoes. Her gaze is piercing, an emerald clarity that sees beyond the visible, mapping unseen paths across time and memory.

Adorned with a turban crowned by a golden sphere, she is both a queen and a wanderer, a keeper of stories woven into silk and sunlight. The intricate patterns cascading over her shoulder resemble shifting dunes, rolling waves, or the folds of a rainbow—a visual representation of transition, of crossing between realms, of carrying the essence of one place into another.

She exists at the threshold of East and West, of ancient wisdom and modern abstraction, embodying both a nomadic spirit and an indomitable presence. Her features echo those of the legendary Mata Hari, the dancer-turned-spy whose life was a performance of transformation, mystery, and reinvention. Like her, this figure is more than what she seems—layered in color, steeped in symbols, an enigma waiting to be deciphered.

Perhaps she is a messenger between cultures, or a muse of those who wander not just in body, but in mind and imagination. She stands at the edge of the known world, facing the unseen with a quiet certainty, adorned in the hues of every journey she has ever taken.

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Art brut

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Eyes

Look

Faces

Green

Red

Sephora Venites, The Cartographer of Dreams
Brazil  • 1982
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Presentation

Sephora Venites is an interdisciplinary artist whose practice spans performance, video, painting, photography, and technology.

Her multifaceted approach merges technical precision with intuitive experimentation, crafting visual narratives that transcend aesthetic and conceptual boundaries.

Beyond her work in the visual arts, Sephora is a dedicated actress, bringing a broad perspective to her roles in film and television. Her credits include the independent feature Liquid Love (2018) by Vitor Steinberg, inspired by Zygmunt Bauman's writings; Matthew John's contemporary adaptation of Hedda Gabler ; Andrew Arthur's romantic comedy Love at First Swipe; and the acclaimed series Mr. Selfridge (2013).

A graduate of Barcelona's Institut Català de la Moda in costume design and editing, Sephora applies her expertise in visual storytelling to push the boundaries of art and identity. In collaboration with photographers such as Paul Winstone, Nick Delaney, and Jonas Tucci, she developed a fine art photography series paying tribute to Frida Kahlo, reinterpreting her iconic aesthetic through a contemporary lens.

Her work masterfully bridges traditional and contemporary media, creating art that is both timeless and cutting-edge. Inspired by movements like Dadaism, Sephora's projects explore philosophical themes through vivid visual metaphors, questioning the nature of art itself.

With a bold and visceral style that echoes her Brazilian roots and the lush landscapes of her childhood, Sephora reinvents imagery and narrative within the digital age, challenging the concept of authenticity in a "copy-paste" culture.

Education:

FASHION AND VISUAL ARTS:

- Introduction to Fashion Design at Felicidad Duce, Barcelona, Spain (2003).

- Costume Design Degree from Institut Català de la Moda, Barcelona, Spain (2004-2007).

- Graphic Design and Illustration at Escola São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil (2009-2010).

Press Highlights:

- The World of Interiors February 2025 | Artistic Impressions.

- British Vogue August 2024: Featured in Vogue's Gallery spotlighting Suki Waterhouse.

- Vanity Fair Magazine:

- February 2024: Studio art feature spotlighting Simone Biles.

- May 2023: Curated Collection showcasing a selection of unique works.

- April 2023: "The Spring Studio" issue with a focus on emerging artistry.

- Hollywood Issue 2023: The 29th edition honoring A-list talent in art and film.

- The World of Interiors:

March 2023: "Artistic Impressions" feature in Condé Nast Britain.

Public Activities & Awards:

- Woman Art Award 2018. Dedicated to Sofonisba Anguissola, this award was presented at Fundación Pons in Madrid, Spain, from April 13–15, 2018.

- 58th International Art Exhibition, La Biennale di Venezia 2019.

Participated in the Biennale Arte 2019 as part of the collateral event “Thirst," showcased at Palazzo Ca' Zenobio, Dorsoduro, Venice, within the national representation of Bangladesh.

- Parallax Art Fair, London:

Displayed her work at the Parallax Art Fair, held at Kensington Town Hall, London, UK, from July 20–22, 2018.

- Aqua Art Miami 2019.

Exhibited with LUMAS at the Aqua Art Miami fair from December 4–8, 2019, highlighting innovative and emerging artists within Miami's vibrant art scene.

- UNESCO Gender Equality Division Exhibition 2020

In September 2020, she joined an exhibition at Palazzo Velli Expo, Rome, Italy, hosted by the Centro per l'UNESCO di Bologna. This event celebrated UNESCO's enduring commitment to women's rights, empowerment, and gender equality.

- Decentraland Annual Art Week 2021.

Participated in the Portion Museum's grand opening in Decentraland's Voltaire District during Art Week 2021, showcasing NFT artwork alongside renowned crypto artists across seven interactive floors (July 9, 2021).

- Art in the Metaverse: Digital Futures Exhibition, January 2022.

Featured her digital works in the Digital Futures series at the Portion Museum in Decentraland, engaging with audiences at the intersection of virtual art and the metaverse.

- Beyond Realism: Metaverse Art Exhibition, 2022.

Held a solo exhibition titled Beyond Realism from April 2–9, 2022, in Decentraland's Museum 13,75. The event featured Dada and Surrealist-inspired NFT art and included a unique giveaway of rare wearables, creating an immersive experience for attendees.

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