ARTIST BIOGRAPHY

Born and raised in Toronto, Canada, Patti moved to the small town of Puerto Vallarta in 1980, where she established a small art studio and gallery on the Rio Cuale Island, now a thriving artist community.

During her early years in Puerto Vallarta, Patti was primarily known for her line of hand painted clothing, colorful pieces depicting whimsical women, animals and still life.
Patti’s work has evolved over the years through self-exploration, discipline and under the tutorage and guide of several renowned artists, including native artist, Agustin Castro.

The evolution of Patti’s work has been clearly marked through the years by her transition of style and combination of mediums.

Patti continues to expand and explore her passion by working with local artists and teachers.
Today, Patti’s art can be found at Patti Gallardo Eclectic Art Gallery, in the heart of Old Town Puerto Vallarta.

Exhibits - Solo and Collective

Patti Gallardo Eclectic Art, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Solo)
2006 Corsica Gallery, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Collective)

2006 River Market Loft, Little Rock, Arkansas (Solo)

2004 Kathy Van Rhor Gallery, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Solo)

2003 Moscone Center, San Francisco, California (Collective)

2003 Jacob Javitz Center, New York, New York (Collective)

1999 Galeria Dante, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (Collective)

1996 Zander Gallery, Ventura, California (Collective)

1995 Tabu Gallery, Ventura, California (Collective)

Awards and Recognition
“Best Installation Artist”, Lifestyles Magazine, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

Feature Article National Geographic Travel Magazine

Feature Article, Chatelaine Magazine, Canada

Education
2008 Agustin Castro Lopez, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

2007 Agustin Castro Lopez, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

2006 Truro Center for the Arts, Castle Hill, MA

2005 James Farrah, Meza, AZ

2005 Meg Munro, La Vern, CA

2005 Centro Cultural del Cuale, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

1971 Danforth Technical Art Institute, Toronto, Canada

Studio and Gallery
Taboo Design Studio, Isla Rio Cuale, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (since 1980)

Patti Gallardo Eclectic Art, Basilio Badillo #250, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (since 1998)