Maria-Rosa SZY

Passionate—that’s the one word that best describes Maria-Rosa SZY.
From an early age, she knew that art wasn’t just something she loved—it was the very essence of who she was. Driven by an insatiable desire to create, explore, and connect, she has dedicated her life to painting murals across the world, turning walls into stories and spaces into immersive works of art.
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Born in Italy to Polish parents and raised in Quebec, Canada, Maria-Rosa was exposed to diverse cultures from a young age. Her passion for art took root in childhood, leading her to complete a bachelor’s degree in graphic design. But her heart longed for more than an office or the studio—it longed for movement, for discovery, for the adventure of creating on a larger scale.
In 2014, she left Canada to explore Europe. That journey led her to the Canary Islands, where she painted her first mural and fell in love with the medium. For her, murals were more than just large-scale artworks; they became a way to connect with local communities, to tell stories of places and people, and to bring color and life to forgotten spaces. Each mural she creates is shaped by the environment, blending elements of nature, experience, and human connection.
Over the past decade, she has traveled the world, merging her passions for art and exploration. Her portfolio includes:
A year-long mural project across Latin America for various nonprofits
A mural project organized by the Albanian Prime Minister’s Cabinet
A mural for the Canadian Embassy in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Participation in international mural festivals in Poland, Australia, Mexico, and Kyrgyzstan
Work with multiple city councils in Canada and Australia

In recognition of her contributions to the arts, Maria-Rosa was honoured with the prestigious Artist of the Year award in her hometown by the Council of Arts and Letters (CALQ) in Gatineau, Canada, in 2020.
Through every mural, every journey, and every connection, Maria-Rosa continues to live her passion fully—proving that art has no borders, and neither does the pursuit of one’s dreams.