Camila Leão is a visual artist based in Baltimore, Maryland, whose creative work spans illustration, painting, murals, public art, and graphic design. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Camila infuses her work with dynamic energy, characterized by vibrant colors, intricate textures, and fluid forms. Her portfolio boasts a diverse array of projects, from illustrations in Baltimore Magazine to the design of the Essex, MD municipal lighthouse monument to 77-foot commercial murals. With a keen eye for detail, Camila has crafted numerous portraits, capturing the essence of both humans and animals alike, alongside extensive work in graphic design/ branding.
Rooted in her deeply-held convictions, Camila's art serves as a platform for themes close to her heart, including community, cooperation, diversity, empowerment, environmental awareness, liberation, and empathy. Her creations resonate with a spirit of inclusivity, inviting viewers to engage with issues of significance while celebrating the beauty of interconnectedness. Additionally, her works celebrate the beauty and complexity of the world's vital ecosystems and her cultural heritage.
For general work inquiries, creative projects and opportunities, please send an email to camilaxleao@gmail.com.
My Background
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
Before moving to Baltimore, I began my career working with fine artists, musicians and graphic design agencies.
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
My Inspiration
My art depicts my connection to the surrounding nature and world, as is inspired by my South American origins.
My Mediums
My Inspiration
My Mediums
My work is featured on various surfaces, including canvases, street/city structures, and digital formats.
EXHIBITIONS
2024 - Solo - Beyond the Tropics: An Artistic Journey. Gallery 194. Baltimore, MD, USA.
2024 - Collective - Hispanic Heritage Month. City Hall, Bowie, MD, USA.
2023 - Collective - Voices of Hispanic and Latinx Artists. Hal Gomer Gallery. Baltimore, MD, USA.
2023 - Collective - Reconciliation. York and Penn Gallery. Towson, MD, USA.
2023 - Collective - Year of the Tiger. York and Penn Gallery. Towson, MD, USA.
2022 - Collective - Agitatevi. Cheap Festival. Bologna, IT.
2022 - Collective - Embracing our Differences. Bayfront Park. Sarasota, FL, USA.
2018 - Collective - Damaged City Art Show. Hole in the Sky. Washington DC, USA.
2017 - Collective - Rolo Seco Gig #007. Rat Trap. Bogotá, CO.
2016 - Collective - Rolo Seco Gig #004. Passagem Subterrânea Consolação. São Paulo, BR.
2016 - Collective - Damaged City Art show. Open Studio. Washington DC, USA.
2015 - Collective - Colateral. Galeria Recorte. São Paulo, BR.
AWARDS / FEATURES / FELLOWSHIPS
2024 - Sunny Dayz Mural festival, Featured Artist, Ponca City, OK, USA.
2024 - LED Baltimore, Featured Artist, Baltimore, MD, USA.
2024 - Lead Art Instructor, World Arts Day, Chesapeake Arts Center, greater Baltimore, MD, USA.
2023 - BRUSH Mural festival, Rising Star Artist, Baltimore, MD, USA.
2023 - Lead Art Instructor, World Arts Day, Chesapeake Arts Center, greater Baltimore, MD, USA.
2022 - Artists for Climate, Honorable Mention, TED Countdown and Fine Acts.
2022 - Agitatevi. Featured Artist, Cheap Festival, Bologna, IT.
2022 - Embracing Our Differences Exhibit, Featured Artist, Sarasota, FL, USA.
2018 - Production Graphic Designer for award winning musician "Criolo", São Paulo, BR.
2014 - 2017 - Art Production Assistant for Alexandre Cruz "Sesper", São Paulo, BR.
PRESS
2024 - Voyage Baltimore Interview - https://voyagebaltimore.com/interview/daily-inspiration-meet-camila-leao/
2024 - Baltimore Magazine Featured Contributor - Published on Issue of May 2024.
2023 - Canvas Rebel Interview - https://canvasrebel.com/meet-camila-leao/
2023 - Canvas Rebel Highlight - https://canvasrebel.com/meaning-purpose-the-projects-that-mattered-16/
2023 - Chesapeake Arts Center Interview - https://www.chesapeakearts.org/cacblog/in-the-studio-with-artist-camila-leo-lopes
2022 - Cover of The Peak Newspaper - Published on Vol. 4, No.7.
2022 - Truth In This Art Podcast Interview - https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BfNBZfdxF13wSquRw28qW
2020 - Cover of Towson Times Newspaper - Published on Volume 45.
2020 - Baltimore Sun, Flower Box Project coverage - https://www.baltimoresun.com/2020/08/12/flower-box-project-adds-some-beauty-artist-employment-to-downtown-towson/
2013 - Voe Gol Magazine Interview - Published on Issue of August 2013.
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