About
a life dedicated to sculpture
Mario Pitanguy is an internationally renowned sculptor, recognized for his expertise in portraiture and artistic excellence. His journey began at a young age, studying drawing and painting at the Sociedade Brasileira de Belas Artes (SBBA) before earning a degree in Visual Arts.
In 2010, Mario became the first Latin American sculptor to be part of the Portrait Sculptors Society of the Americas (PSSA), solidifying his place among the finest portrait sculptors in the world.
He studied artistic anatomy at Richard MacDonald Studios in San Francisco, USA, joined The Florence Academy of Art in Italy to refine his classical techniques. More recently, he specialized in human figure sculpture at Athens Studio in Greece and further honed his craft in Rome Art Residences. In 2019, he worked at StudioEIS in New York, the world’s leading studio for public monuments.
With over 200 completed projects, Mario Pitanguy Studio brings together top-tier professionals at every stage of the process, ensuring the highest level of craftsmanship. Every detail is meticulously executed to deliver exceptional results, creating a tribute that truly honors and preserves the legacy of those being commemorated.
Studio
trusted by
Honoring legacies with art in bronze
education
Curriculum
Portrait Sculptors Society of the Americas (PSSA)
USA
Mario became the first Latin American sculptor to be part of the PSSA, solidifying his place among the finest portrait sculptors in the world.
Richard MacDonald Studios
san francisco, USA
In 2011, Mario refined his understanding of human anatomy and movement through specialized training at Richard MacDonald Studios in San Francisco, USA.
The Florence Academy of Art
florence, italy
In 2012, He refined his classical sculpting techniques at The Florence Academy of Art under the guidance of Eran Webber, deepening his understanding of human anatomy, gesture, expressive realism, and traditional academic methods.
Rome Art Residences
rome, italy
Mario further honed his classical sculpting skills through an art residency in Rome, studying under the guidance of Brian Booth Craig, where he deepened his mastery of human figure representation and advanced his technique in traditional sculpture.
Athens Sculpture Atelier
athens, greece
He refined his expertise in human figure sculpture at the Athens Sculpture Atelier under the guidance of Robert Bodem, mastering classical sculpting techniques with a strong emphasis on anatomical precision and expressive realism.
EIS Studios
new york, usa
In 2019, he worked at StudioEIS in New York, the world’s leading studio for public monuments, contributing in highly detailed, monumental sculptures for public spaces.
Crafted for Generations
Busts
bronze
Latest Projects
Zico
rio de janeiro
photo: tomas souza – agência brasil
Roberto Dinamite
vasco da gama stadium
photo: Constância García, Reprodução/VascoTV
johanna döbereiner
Brazilian Agricultural Research Company (Embrapa)
lady Janssen
Private Collection
Ayrton Senna
Copacabana beach
Photo: Alok
Bronze Monument
minas gerais – brazil
Mercedes Baptista
port area of rio de janeiro
man of steel
thyssenkrupp
The Mission
The art of faithful portraiture in bronze sculpture
Essential for honoring and preserving the legacy of remarkable individuals. A precisely crafted bronze bust or statue captures not only the physical likeness but also the essence, character, and emotions of the person being commemorated. This level of detail ensures that the tribute stands as a timeless symbol of respect, admiration, and historical significance. Whether for public monuments, memorials, or private collections, a lifelike bronze portrait transforms memory into an enduring artistic legacy, allowing future generations to connect with and appreciate the figures who shaped history.
