Mario D’Souza (b. 1973) lives and works between Paris, France, and Menetou-Salon. His practice explores memory, identity, and belonging, often drawing inspiration from nature and personal history. In his series, he illustrates vegetation, evoking memories of the exotic plants that surrounded him in his early years. His work reflects on how we carry moments of comfort and familiarity throughout life’s continuous flux, adaptation, and evolution.

In the process of self-discovery, Home Away from Home examines skin and texture as metaphors for human nature, celebrating the comfort of finding home and personal space. Through his work, D’Souza challenges conventional notions of belonging and identity, prompting viewers to reflect on these questions.

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He completed his BFA from Chitrakala Parishath, Bengaluru, and his MFA from MSU, Baroda. His solo exhibitions include POCTB, Orléans (2014), Château d’Eau, Région Centre, Bourges (2012), Nuit Blanche, Paris (2006), Galerie Luc Queyrel, Paris (2004), and Time and Space Gallery, Bengaluru (2001). His work has also been part of group exhibitions at Galerie Municipal, Vitry-sur-Seine (2014), MASS MoCA, USA (2011), Galerie Yvon Lambert, Paris (2009), and Sakshi Art Gallery, Mumbai (2004).

He has participated in residencies at École des Beaux-Arts, Atelier 880, and Parc Saint Léger in Paris. D’Souza has been a recipient of several scholarships, including the Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarship (2000), Bourse National, Ministère Développement des Ressources Humaines, India (1998), and Aide Individuelle à la Création, DRAC Île-de-France (2008).