MONCHO 1929

Moncho 1929, Dan Monteavaro, creates captivating works of art that challenge his audiences to reconcile with the dualities of contemporary life. The chimeras that he creates offer a poignant reflection on contemporary global relationships. As the viewer observes the dualities that consume the series, they are intrigued by the gorgeous yet unnatural subjects. 
Originally from South Bronx, Dan Monteavaro’s artwork can be found in the multiple private, city, and corporate collections; from Google, Inc. to the French Consulate of the US, and from The City of New York, Paramount, the NBA, MLS and Universal Pictures, to the Public Art collections of cities like Glendale, Los Angeles, and West Hollywood. Most recently, Dan Monteavaro’s work was acquired for the permanent collection of Iowa Museum of Modern Art (The Figge), exhibited at The Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Art and he was included in the juried BP Portrait Awards for The National Portrait Gallery in the United Kingdom. Dan currently lives and works out of Los Angeles, CA.