About

Floris Boccanegra, a conceptual artist from Belgium, was born in 1988 and currently resides and creates in the city of Brussels. Growing up, Boccanegra found himself drawn to his parents' bookshop, spending countless hours exploring the history section. It was during this time that he stumbled upon the yearly edition of World Press Photo, a publication showcasing the most powerful press photos from around the world. These captivating images left an indelible mark on his young mind, sparking a deep-rooted desire to tell stories and address pressing global issues through impactful visual storytelling.

Although Boccanegra initially dreamed of becoming a photojournalist, his path led him to pursue studies in History and English at Ghent. Yet, the need to express himself and share narratives through art remained a constant presence. At the age of 25, Boccanegra couldn't suppress his creative urge any longer, and thus, his first major project, Machete Season, came to life.

Since then, Boccanegra has developed a diverse body of mixed media works that confront contemporary world problems head-on.

Driven by an unyielding passion and by using art as a medium Boccanegra continues to address and explore the challenges our world faces today.