Mateus Bailon

Born in Itajai, a small town surrounded by nature of the south of Brasil. Bailon is an internationally recognized visual artist and muralist whose work is defined by its intricate exploration of nature’s resilience and the interplay between the real and the mythical. His practice centers on the creation of imagined ecosystems inhabited by his signature mythical birds and other creatures, which serve as symbols of survival, transformation, and the boundless creativity of life.

Mateus Bailon brings nature in the streets of São Paulo, London, Los Angeles, Berlin, and Paris. His murals are celebrated for their ability to transform public spaces into vibrant environments of reflection and connection. These large-scale works create a dialogue between the viewer and the natural world, emphasizing its vitality and fragility in an era of environmental urgency.

In addition to his public art, Bailon has exhibited internationally in leading galleries and cultural institutions, collaborating with Urban Nation Museum (Berlin), STRAAT Museum (Amsterdam), and other prominent platforms. His work has been showcased in renowned publications such as The New York Times, Juxtapoz Magazine, Vogue, and Forbes.

With a practice that bridges cultural and geographical boundaries, Bailon’s art contributes meaningfully to contemporary visual discourse, offering audiences an invitation to engage with the profound beauty, mystery and complexity of the natural world.