André is a Portuguese artist currently based in the Netherlands, where he established his art studio, creating original works, commissioned pieces, and teaching his pastel techniques.
From an early age, André felt a profound connection to art. Living in the Netherlands, a country deeply rooted in artistic tradition and creative culture, has allowed him to fully dedicate himself to his practice and to share his knowledge through teaching.
His artistic journey began with a focus on realistic drawing, laying the foundation for a strong technical approach. Over time, he began to explore new visual languages, leading to the development of the in|square series, an experimental body of work in which geometric distortions introduced a sense of fragmentation and disconnection. This exploration opened new conceptual possibilities, which now inform his current direction.
André is currently working on a new series of hyperrealistic drawings that adopt a minimalist approach. These upcoming pieces distill objects to their essential presence, offering understated, quiet narratives that reflect on value, perception, and meaning.
Awards & Exhibitions
2026
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Kunstenaar Magazine – Cover & Publication [Edition 241]
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Spécial Pastel - Pratique des Arts hors-série n°5 - Featured publication & Demo
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Wildlife Artist of the Year 2026, UK – Finalist
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Art and Color 365 - 2026 Realism - Special Merit Award
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American Art Collector Magazine – Featured publication [Edition 243]
2025
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International Artist Magazine – Cover & 6 page demonstration [Edition 166]
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International Artist Prize – 2nd Prize Winner [Edition 164]
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Gigalerie #3, Apeldoorn, Netherlands – Collective exhibition
2024
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Wildlife Artist of the Year 2024, UK – Finalist
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Gigalerie #2, Apeldoorn, Netherlands – Collective exhibition
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055 Apeldoorn Art – CODA Museum, Apeldoorn, Netherlands – Finalist
2023
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In|Square Collection – Galerie Montulet, Den Haag, Netherlands
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Luxembourg Art Prize – Artistic Achievement Recognition, Luxembourg
2022
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Artist of the Month (Instagram) – Clairefontaine_france, France
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AJC – Santa Joana Museum, Aveiro, Portugal – Finalist
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The Art of André Rios – Ponto 2, Porto, Portugal – Solo exhibition
2021
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Luxembourg Art Prize – Artistic Achievement Recognition, Luxembourg
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In|Square – Ponto 2, Porto, Portugal – Solo exhibition
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Coletiva 21 – Exposição coletiva de Artes Plásticas, Argoncilhe, Portugal – Group exhibition
2020
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Luxembourg Art Prize – Artistic Achievement Recognition, Luxembourg
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AJC – Santa Joana Museum, Aveiro, Portugal – Finalist