WINNER
Retail Art Gallery of the Year
Mario Malfer
Mario Malfer, an Italian-born artist, channels the essence of his native land’s vibrant landscapes into his mesmerizing artworks. With a background in fine arts and a passion for experimentation, Malfer’s journey has been one of continuous exploration and innovation. Influenced by the rich cultural tapestry of Italy and the dynamic energy of contemporary art, Malfer’s work transcends boundaries, inviting viewers into a world of imagination and emotion.
Mario Malfer was born in 1941 in Garda and attended the Institute of Fine Art and studied at the free Art Academy of Vittorio Viviani, Gino Meloni’s academy and the “Paolo Borsa” college in Monza.
Malfer has exhibited throughout the world taking part in numerous important competitions winning the ‘Arte’ prize in 1998. This is one of the most important national competitions, due to the number of quality participants, as well as the demanding standards set by the judges. On winning the prize, he exhibited his work in the ‘Finarte’ in Milan and Rome.