André Ferrand "Maki" ca. 1999 Sanguine on paper

Mr. André : André, whose real name is André Saraiva, is an artist from graffiti and also a French entrepreneur, born in 1971 in Uppsala, Sweden. He is the creator of the character Mr. A. Also known as Mr. André and Mr. A, André Saraiva (1971) is an artist of Portuguese origin, born in Sweden and who grew up in Paris, where he started his way in the scene of illegal graffiti at the age of 13. In 1989, Wishing to stand out from the limits of the more traditional graffiti, he developed his original and emblematic character, Mr A, whom he painted throughout the world. city ​​in a poetic and joyous interaction with public space and passers-by. Since then, the artist has signed countless interventions in several cities around the world and is considered one of the fathers of the contemporary urban art scene. He has also exhibited his work in galleries and institutions around the world and his work is represented in various renowned collections. He has also directed several films and video clips and has worked as a creative director and owner of clubs, hotels and restaurants in various countries.