Meet Joana Pitanga | Visual Artist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Joana Pitanga and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Joana, what is the most important factor behind your success?
I believe the most crucial factor behind the success of my career is my curiosity and persistence. The seamless fusion of creativity, meaningful storytelling, and dedication to addressing contemporary themes that concern me. My work transcends conventional boundaries, inviting viewers to engage in an immersive and thought-provoking artistic experience. This ability to connect on a deeper level, coupled with collaborations and a distinctive visual language, has been fundamental.
Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
My art reflects my inner world, blending personal experiences and emotions onto canvas or walls. I pride myself on creating pieces that evoke emotions and spark conversations, experimenting with various mediums and techniques.
My journey has been marked by passion, perseverance, and resilience. While not easy, I overcame challenges by staying true to my vision, continuously improving my skills, seeking mentorship, and embracing failure as a stepping stone to success.
I’ve learned the importance of authenticity in creating art that resonates deeply. Additionally, resilience and perseverance are crucial for navigating the highs and lows of the artistic journey.
I also learned to believe and trust the process. Do everything the best I know how and at that moment with the conditions I have and can. The return is always in the same weight and measurement.
My art is a reflection of the human experience, rooted in authenticity, passion, and self-expression. I aim to inspire others to embrace their uniqueness and find beauty in the world around them through my colores and shapes.
Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
I invite you to visit Gerês in Portugal, where you can immerse yourself in serene beauty. Here, the fresh forests mingles with the soft rustling of leaves, inviting you to explore its immaculate landscapes. From tranquil lakes to majestic waterfalls, every corner of Gerês exudes tranquility, magic, and awe-inspiring natural wonders, making it the perfect destination for those seeking solace in the embrace of Mother Nature.
For me, it means a natural and wild source of inspiration for life and my creative process.
Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
I never forget my journey, and where I began to dream and all the people who contributed to it. They never let me give up fighting for what I believed that would make me happy and fulfilled.
My first exhibition in GANDAIA Shopping, around 2010, in Almada (the city where I live), with that whole collective that supported me and still believes in me …
All the friends who crossed paths with me and still appear in every challenge, making me grow and learn new things.
All the partners and brands who I work and support me!
My family, present and absent, who give me unconditional love.
Filipa and Eko from Dedicated Store – Lisboa who embrace me and inspire me with their journeys.
Silvina who leads a predominantly male paint business and proves to me every day that it´s possible to be a woman anywhere.
Vera who showed me the path of Yoga and changed my life.
This gratitude extends beyond any individual person, that´s why I can´t dedicated only one Shoutout – It’s a collective embrace that has shaped my history and for which I am endlessly thankful.
Website: www.pitanga.pt
Instagram: www.instagram.com/vaidarpitanga
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVqC0Wt3ebqemsWZGnOjffw
Other: Let´s Talk: info@pitanga.pt
Image Credits
Wilson Sanches, Mistakermaker, Hoopers, Ana Rocha, Maiur Narendra.