Anna Belleforte

Mixed-media artist Anna Belleforte graduated in art history & fine art in Canada, then after winning a Sotheby’s scholarship, worked as a curator, researcher and architect’s assistant in the UK. Anna pursued a second MA and career in architectural conservation in England and Holland. The wealth of human stories in built environments all over the world and her love of the creative process motivated her transition back to art.

Anna's practice focuses on craftsmanship and draws on heritage and planning issues. Working in series, she always looks for intriguing perspectives and contrasts expressed through architecturality: that is to say, how form and structure influence our lives and identities. Though primarily working in paper and acrylic, she also explores other media, a variety of visual languages, and 3D installations. Belleforte has exhibited in Budapest (along with a residency), Holland, Germany, Canada, the UK and US. She is a member of the Dutch national art society DePloegh and is currently a finalist for the Canadian Salt Spring Art Prize.