Mads' Story

Mads is a contemporary pop artist based in Pittsburgh, known for her bold, vibrant reimaginings of cultural icons and brands. Born in Venezuela, raised in Miami, and a New Yorker at heart, Mads uses art to challenge the systems that shape identity — from politics and religion to consumer culture and fame.

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Working in acrylic, Posca, and spray paint on canvas, her layered portraits fuse nostalgia with sharp social commentary. Drawing from the legacy of pop art pioneers, Mads flips the script — integrating logos, luxury symbols, and cultural references with intention, using them as tools to expose the systems we’re told to obey.

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At the core of her work is a personal mission: to take her power back — and inspire others to do the same. She paints not just to express, but to reclaim. Her collectors aren’t just collecting art — they’re witnessing a journey in real time. Each piece reflects her ongoing evolution and invites viewers to reflect on their own relationship with power, image, and legacy.

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An Emmy-winning filmmaker turned full-time visual artist, Mads brings storytelling into every brushstroke. Her process is fueled by daily meditation and a commitment to raw honesty. Her work has been collected in New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania, and shown in group exhibitions across Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

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Mads’ work isn’t just seen — it’s felt. Loud, layered, and unfiltered, her art speaks to those ready to break from expectation and reclaim what’s theirs.