Álvarez Alberto

Alberto was born with physical disabilities caused by cerebral palsy. At the age of sixteen, he began painting with his mouth, and his early efforts were met with remarkable success. Just a year later, he held his first exhibition, followed soon after by his first major recognition — the A.L.P.I. State Prize — awarded for his outstanding artistic work.

Entirely self-taught, Alberto developed exceptional skill in oil painting and quickly gained recognition for his talent. At a young age, he had already participated in numerous solo and group exhibitions, earning both national and international acclaim. Tireless in his dedication, he has travelled extensively around the world, organising exhibitions, giving live painting demonstrations, and presenting videos showcasing artists who paint without the use of their hands.

In addition to his artistic pursuits, Alberto has a passion for languages and completed translation studies in English and German. He has also broadened his artistic range by studying various techniques, including Sumi-E — a traditional Far Eastern ink painting style — as well as graphite, ink, watercolour, and porcelain painting. Over the years, his achievements have been recognised with several awards, among them a special prize presented by President Dr. Carlos Saúl Menem during an exhibition at the Casa Rosada, the seat of the Argentine government.