Two Brazilian artists have secured new gallery representation. Flávia Ventura, whose work explores the body, sexuality, and power through painting, has joined São Paulo's Nara Roesler gallery. Meanwhile, Rio de Janeiro-based A Gentil Carioca gallery is now representing Mariana Rocha, an artist whose practice investigates the body, memory, and the feminine through drawing, painting, and photography.
These signings highlight the dynamic and growing contemporary art scene in Brazil, bringing increased visibility to mid-career artists exploring critical themes of identity and corporeality. The news coincides with the announcement of Brazil's 2026 Venice Biennale pavilion, featuring artists Rosana Paulino and Adriana Varejão, signaling a period of significant institutional and commercial focus on Brazilian artists on both national and international stages.