Canteiro, founded in 2022 and run by artist Ivan Padovani, is a dynamic cultural space dedicated to fostering autonomous initiatives for the production and circulation of contemporary art in São Paulo. With six studios, an exhibition room, and an artist residency, Canteiro supports a diverse range of artistic practices.

It also runs educational programmes and features a 65 sqm multimedia studio that hosts projects including video art exhibitions, sound installations, and performances. The exhibition space’s distinctive architectural design offers an alternative to the traditional white cube, making it an ideal setting for site-specific works.

Currently, the resident artists are: Ana Clara Muner, Davide Mari, Guta Galli, Ivan Padovani, Mariana Guardani, Mariana Vieira, and Thiago Navas.