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ANTOINE GABER- Contemporary Artist Photographer, Film Producer, Impressionist Painter

INTRODUCTION

In 1994, Gaber married his professional career in clinical research and his business acumen with his artistic expression by supporting several charity organizations internationally for the treatment of Cancer, HIV and Liver Diseases. In all his endeavours, Gaber has benefited from the extraordinary support from government officials and patronage of influential people. Gaber rapidly captured the media’s attention and is since extensively featured in the written press, radio and television in several Countries.

As a Canadian Contemporary Artist Photographer and Impressionist Painter, Antoine Gaber has earned his place among the most valued painters. Twice awarded by the President of the Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea, of Florence Italy, with the prestigious Prize of the “Lorenzo il Magnifico” for his artistic career.

Gaber launched in 2004 his International Program “Passion for Life” (Latin America, Europe, Canada) for objective to increased cancer awareness and raised funds for research. Gaber brought art to life with “Passion for Life” and brought “Hope for life” to patients struggling with this disease.

Antoine was featured and listed in the reputable and well-established International Art Book “Who’s Who in International Art“, 2007 edition, regrouping the famous and new names in the arts of the 21st Century, extending Gaber’s International recognition within the art world. Gaber was selected, as one of the 152 artists chosen from 22 countries within 5 continents.

Gaber expanded his art as a Photographer and Digital Artist and created his internationally unique Digital Art Photography artworks technique of landscapes, floral, and architecture named “Evolutional Ribbonized Photography™” which is now manufactured and distributed across Canada and USA.

Gaber recently expanded his artistic talent as the Producer and Director his first provocative and inquisitive 99-minute feature documentary titled ” It’s all about ME”. This documentary examines the inflated sense of entitlement among youth in the Western World, its consequences and the solutions for a better future. Gaber won the Make a Difference Award (MADA) on social issues, at the COMMFFEST Global Community Film Festival in September 2013 and Best Documentary Award at The Daring Independent Film Festival in January 2014.

In 2017 Berta Taracena, famous Mexican Historian and Art Critic, honoured Gaber to become the first Canadian Artist ever, to join the prestigious artist group of the “MIRADA COLOSAL”. This elite group mostly composed of famous Mexican and some International illustrious artists that have shown during their artistic life a universal vision of the Arts demonstrating an authentic talent, and the ability to bring together and express a continuity of the art from the past to the Contemporary art of today, while also supporting important social causes.

Gaber continuously plays a role in the advancement of art and science. In an incessant desire for harmony, his artistic works, his humanitarian projects and his incommensurable dreams of communion with man and nature contribute in unison to the working of his straightforward mission: utilizing his talents to benefit a good cause. An increasing unique presence on the world’s artistic stage is indicative of the piercing vision that guides and shapes Gaber’s ever-evolving oeuvre.

Year(s)	Activity	Location
March 2017	Gaber as the Art Director / Curator agreed to bring and showcase the work of International Artists inspired by the theme of water. Under the Patronage of the Mayor of Niagara Falls, and the Niagara Falls History Museum Gaber with his International network and collaborators are working closely in organizing, “ Water for Life” International Art Exhibition to be held from May 12 until September 9, 2018. The objective is to sensitize audiences to an important social and cultural issue that more than a billion individuals – one in seven people on the planet – now lack access to safe drinking water.	Niagara Falls, Ontario, CANADA
February 2017	Under the patronage of the Mayor of Fort Erie, and collaboration of the Historic Bell Tower Community Arts & Entertainment Complex in Fort Erie, a new initiative was created; The Gaber & Bell Tower Artist Mentorship Program “Artist Discovery Exhibit”. The main objective of this Program is to identify regional exceptional artists talents through the Artist Discovery Exhibit and mentor them to an International level.	Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada
February 2017	Some of Gaber’s newest artwork was presented at the TORONTO GIFT FAIR ENGAGING RETAIL, and later the ALBERTA GIFT FAIR.	Toronto, Ontario, Edmonton, Alberta, CANADA
January 2017	Gaber Award winning 99 min. Documentary: ” It’s all about ME “ has also been released and available for sale, as Blu-ray, DVD (NTSC format) for USA, Mexico and Canada and can also be downloaded for tablets and mobile phone for the world.	Worldwide
January 2017	Several of Gaber artworks are displayed in Las Vegas during The West Coast Art & Frame (WCAF) Expo, the largest event in the art and picture framing industry.	Las Vegas, USA
August 2016	Gaber also started working on his new Film Production of the Niagara region, with a special focus on Niagara Falls, Canada. He has been working on writing the new script and started filming his new film production of a 45 Min. Documentary to be called ” THUNDER OF WATER, THE NIAGARA STORY”.	Niagara Falls, Ontario, CANADA
August 2016	Some of his newest artwork was presented at the TORONTO GIFT FAIR ENGAGING RETAIL, the top national gift fair and the largest trade-only event fair in Canada.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
July 2016	Antoine Gaber created and licensed a few hundred new digital images for a large manufacturer and distributor of Home Décor.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
January 2016	Gaber produced and marketed his PHOTO DIGITAL ARTWORK of a new floral series of his “Evolutional Ribbonized Photography™ Artwork Collection, in addition to his Digital Photographs of “Niagara Falls, Ontario”, Canada. These new items are available for purchase in some of Niagara Gifts shops and stores visited every year by over 12.5 Million tourists.	Niagara Falls, Ontario, CANADA
October 2015	Antoine Gaber was the Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea of Florence listed as one of the International External Collaborators and Liaison for Canada	Florence, Italy
September 2015	Antoine Gaber was the Art Director / Curator for the event sponsored by the Mayor John Tory, City of Toronto. With the support of The Premier of the Province of Ontario, Ms. Kathleen Wynne, and the now former Prime Minister of Canada The Rt. Hon., Stephen Harper, for the 10th Annual COMMFFEST Global Community Film Festival International Art Exhibition. Gaber also exhibit his artwork, for his PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising event in support of cancer Research benefiting the Breast Cancer Society of Canada.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
October 2014	Antoine Gaber presents for the first time live in private showing to American public his documentary “It’s All About Me” at the AMC Marple 10 Theatre, in the USA	Springfield, PA, USA
September 2014	Antoine Gaber was the Art Director / Curator for the event sponsored by the City of Toronto at the 9th Annual COMMFFEST Global Community Film Festival PanAm International Art Exhibition. Gaber also exhibited his artwork.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
January 2014	Antoine Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE at the Museo archeologico di Firenze. His artwork was exhibited for fundraising for cancer Research to the benefit of FiorGen Ricerca	Florence, Italy
January 2014	Gaber as the Producer / Director of the Film hosted a 16 episode radio show series in partnership with COMMFFEST Radio. This radio show series captured the essence of several important topics addressed within his film.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
December 2013	Gaber’s Documentary has been selected to be presented at the 2013 Daring International Film Festival, showcasing the best of independent Canadian and international cinema to film enthusiasts all while highlighting up-and-coming talented filmmakers. “It’s All About ME” feature documentary wins the Best Documentary award.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
November- December 2013	Antoine Gaber’s artwork was exhibited as part of PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising Art Exhibition for cancer Research to benefit FiorGen Ricerca, during the Biennale Internazionale dell’ Arte Contemporanea 9th Edition.	Florence, Italy
October 2013	Gaber’s “It’s All About ME” feature documentary was presented at the 2013 Ottawa International Film Festival. Documentaries were not part of awards selection.	Ottawa, Ontario, CANADA
September 2013	Gaber’s Documentary WORLD PREMIERE was presented at the 2013 COMMFFEST Global Community Film Festival, showcasing the best of independent Canadian and international cinema raising social issues. “It’s All About ME” feature documentary won the “Make A Difference Award (MADA)” award.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
November 2012	Gaber as Film Producer and Director completes his first 99 Min Documentary and successfully signs an International Film distribution contract with Blue Ant Media.	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
September 2012	Antoine Gaber, “ PASSION FOR LIFE “, Presented a Canadian Artist retrospective collection of his artwork: Painting / Photography at University of Guelph Humber Gallery	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
December 2011	Antoine Gaber’s artwork was exhibited as part of PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising Art Exhibition for cancer Research to benefit FiorGen Ricerca, during the Biennale Internazionale dell’ Arte Contemporanea 7th Edition.	Florence, Italy
November 2011	As a Film Producer and Director, Gaber starts filming his first Documentary “It’s All About ME”. It’s All About Me reveals the consequences of a society driven by instant gratification, a “Me, Me, Me” mentality and how younger generations can succeed in the “real world.” This documentary examines the inflated sense of entitlement among youth, its consequences and the solutions for a better future. Generations X, Y and Z have grown increasingly self-absorbed from over four decades of nurturing and education based upon boosting self-esteem. This film explores the consequences of a society driven by instant gratification, “Me, Me, Me” mentality and describes how younger generations can succeed in the “real world.”	Toronto, Ontario, Montreal, Quebec, CANADA
November 2011	Antoine Gaber, Canadian Artist presented his Photography collection of his artwork as solo exhibit at My Essentia Gallery	Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
March-July 2011	Antoine Gaber Artwork “ Titled” New Brunswick Seascape” was reproduced on spectacular large scale Publicity Panels and exhibited in the Metro Pino Suárez Line 1 and 2 in the Subway of Mexico City. Station Suárez is an important link to the centre of the city. It was the first transfer station of the network and today it connects the two busiest lines. The project was part of “Agua en Arte”, water and Art. The project was supported by Pr. Maty Roca International Art Critic.	México City DF,Mexico
November 2008	Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising Art Exhibition event was launched in Paris at the Grand Palais des Champs Elysées, in support of the Institut Curie. PASSION FOR LIFE was invited in Paris, under the banner of the prestigious Société des Artistes Indépendants.	Paris, FRANCE
September 2008	A short educational biography segment of Gaber was featured and aired across the USA on CNBC TV Network in more than 90 million households and in over 300 markets. The short educational documentary biography segment was used as interstitial programming airing as a stand-alone segment in between major programs on Public TV.	Across the USA
June 2008	Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising Art Exhibition event was launched in Monte-Carlo in support of the Groupement des Entreprises Monégasques (GEMLUC) dans la Lutte contre le cancer, whose Honorary President is H.R.H Princess Caroline de Hanover. The PASSION FOR LIFE group exhibition was under the patronage of the City of Monte-Carlo.	Monte-Carlo, Principality of Monaco
December 2007	As one of Canada’s chosen artist, Gaber accepted to represent once again Canada and display his most recent artwork design, during one of the most prestigious European exhibition, the 6th Edition Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea.	Florence, Italy
December 2007	Gaber was invited as one of the key speakers to present an update on his International artistic fundraising efforts PASSION FOR LIFE immediately following Hollywood actress Anne Archer’s presentation on Human Rights.	Florence, Italy
December 2007	Florence Biennale Award Ceremony, Prof. Pasquale Celona, President, and Piero Celona, Vice President of the Florence Biennale, awarded Antoine Gaber, Canadian, international impressionist artist painter, and cancer researcher with a recognition award for his humanitarian effort professed in the fight against cancer.	Florence, Italy
July 2007	Gaber was in Florida, USA to film a short educational biography segment for US Public TV Network. The introduction of the Antoine Gaber short educational documentary biography was done by the host of “The National Report Series”, the well-known US TV news anchor, Hugh Downs. The short educational documentary biography segments was used as interstitial programming airing as a stand-alone segments in between major programs on Public TV (349 stations across USA).	Florida, USA
June 2007	Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE fundraising Art Exhibition event was launched in Volterra, Montecatini and Florence in support of the Department of Hemato-Oncology, Meyer Pediatric Hospital.	Volterra, Montecatini, Italy
February 2007	First International “PASSION FOR LIFE” Group Art Exhibition in Mexico, launched at the “Museo de la Cultura Maya”in the City of Chetumal, State of Quintana Roo, Mexico. “PASSION FOR LIFE” Group Art Exhibition was held under the Patronage of several important Mexican Government Officials, Museum curators, Art Critics.	State of Quintana Roo, Mexico
January 2007	Gaber was featured and listed as in the reputable and well-established International Art Book “Who’s Who in International Art”, 2007 edition, regrouping the famous and new names in the arts of the 21st Century, extending Gaber’s International recognition within the art world. Gaber was selected, as one of the 152 artists chosen from 22 countries within 5 continents.	Worldwide
July 2006	Official opening of Antoine Gaber’s PASSION FOR LIFE Art Exhibition at the exclusive Museum and Cloister “Museo Diocesano della Chiesa di Santo Stefano”	Florence, Italy
June 2006	Mark twelve years of artistic endeavor for Gaber and the creation of Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE Fashion Line. The launch happened during the exclusive Grand Gala evening in Florence, Gaber was invited to attend the rehearsal of the very specially created choreography incorporating Gaber Fashion line, by the famous Directors of the Florence Dance Festival Marga Nativo and Keith Ferrone at the Villa Medicea della Petraia in Florence, Italy.	Florence, Italy
January – December 2006	Gaber’s artistic career, being his first time for which he receives personal invitations to exhibit his art in several Museums in Italy and Spain, and over 10 exhibitions across Europe as well.	Florence, Italy
January 2006	Gaber, contributed in the development of a special painting used as the cover image design for a patient education book on Familial Colorectal Cancer titled “Colorectal Cancer Can Run in the Family”, a book containing 13 chapters written by the field’s foremost specialists from around the world. The first book print-run of over 30,000 copies has first been released in English speaking Countries around the world. At a later date, the book will be published in other languages such as: French, Hebrew, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese and Chinese. Gaber’s book cover artwork will also be used for the production of posters to be displayed and used during International Scientific Conferences, Hospitals or Institutes around the world, as a tool to facilitate Healthcare Professionals communications with the patients, concerning their risk of developing the disease. Gaber’s constant contribution in the Arts and Science in support of his cause, to fight cancer around the world, through increased awareness, prevention and clinical research is providing the artist painter and cancer researcher a new opportunity to get closer everyday, in the constant fight against this disease.	Worldwide
December 2005	Gaber is listed and his art featured in the official Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea 5th Edition Catalogue of 2005 distributed to some Art Museum, and Art Galleries around the world.	Florence, Italy
December 2005	The Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea of Florence, joined Antoine Gaber as Artistic Partner, in support of cancer awareness and research with Gaber’s “ PASSION FOR LIFE ” Program. This Program will continue to raise additional funds for cancer research and awareness around the world.	Florence, Italy
December 2005	Prof. Pasquale Celona, President of the Florence Florence Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea, awarded Antoine Gaber with the prestigious Prize of “Lorenzo il Magnifico”, in recognition of Gaber’s International artistic and social fundraising initiative ” PASSION FOR LIFE “ in support of cancer research.	Florence, Italy
June 2005	Gaber celebrated his 11th year of artistic career. On this occasion he launched his first art book as an artist painter in 3 languages (English, French & Spanish). His book titled Antoine Gaber PASSION FOR LIFE describes the artist beginnings as an artist painter and his almost immediate success that has followed during his last eleven years.	Canada
March 2005	Gaber partnered with The Bay, the largest retail store across Canada and Orlane Paris, Internationally renowned beauty products, to fight Breast Cancer with the Canadian PASSION FOR LIFE Program. The purpose was to raise funds for research for one of the Canadian Breast Cancer Research Alliance (CBCRA) partners, to benefit the women of Canada.	Across Canada
January 2005	Gaber was awarded the First Prize for his fundraising initiative PASSION FOR LIFE for the Lega Antitumori and his International promotion of the Sanremo Flower Festival from the Assessor of Tourism and Events of the City of Sanremo.	Sanremo, Italy
January 2005	Gaber’s first fundraising initiative under the theme “ PASSION FOR LIFE “ held in Europe, during the Sanremo Flower Festival in Italy in support of the fundraising event for the Lega Antitumori, (cancer research charity based in Sanremo).	Sanremo, Italy
July 2004	Premiere in Latin America,Gaber, opened his seven (7) month Art Exhibition Tour, in the State of Quintana Roo, Mexico under the theme “ PASSION FOR LIFE “, in support of a Breast Cancer Fundraising Event in Mexico. The objectives of the program were to increase breast cancer awareness and to raise funds for research.	Cancun, Cozumel, Isla Mujeres, Mexico
December 2003	Gaber is the first artist worldwide to present several years of data demonstrating the actual market performance of his artwork when compared to the Standard and Poor’s Market Index (S&P500). Gaber’s paintings’ overall value increased at an annual compound rate of 38% when compared to the Standard and Poor’s Market Index (S&P500) average return of 7% per year over the same period (1997-2003). Gaber was featured in the widely distributed Canadian Newspaper, The National Post. The investment journalist, writing in the Investing, Financial Post section	Across Canada
December 2003	Gaber is listed and his art featured in the official Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea 4th Edition Catalogue of 2003 distributed to some Art Museum, and Art Galleries around the world.	Florence, Italy
December 2003	Prof. Pasquale Celona, President of the Florence Florence Biennale Internazionale dell’Arte Contemporanea, awarded Antoine Gaber with the prestigious Prize of “Lorenzo il Magnifico”, in recognition of Gaber’s artistic career.	Florence, Italy
May 2002-January 2003	Appointed as New Brunswick, Canada, Director of Medicare & Prescription Drug Program	Fredericton, New Brunswick Canada
October 2001-September 2003	Painted several art pieces in Atlantic, Canada as part as EasternCanadian painting tour	New Brunswick,Nova Scotia,Prince Edward Island
October 2001	Painted several art pieces in Portugal	Portugal
August-September 2001	Painted several art pieces in Germany	Germany
July-August 2001	Painted several art pieces in France	Normandy area: Giverny, La Roche Guyon, Limetz , Andelys, Vernon, Vetheuil, Paris
June 2000-pres	President/ Senior Consultant of Cancer Research Consulting Firm, servicing the Pharmaceutical Industry worldwide	Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1980-June 2000	Works in the Hospital setting as cancer researcher and later leads the drug development for several cancer medications at leading Multinational Pharmaceutical Companies.	Quebec, Montreal, Toronto, Canada
November 1999	Painted several art pieces in Brazil	Rio de Janeiro
August 1999	Painted several art pieces in France	Giverny
June 1999	Painted several art pieces in UK	Nottingham
August 1998	Collaborative series with Painter David Drum	Toronto, Ontario, Canada
June 1994	Began to paint with oil medium	Toronto, Ontario, Canada
1965-1980	Began as a photographer and in the 80’ owned a professional photography studio, and exhibited works as Photo Artist	Montreal, Canada
1957	Born Antoine Abugaber	Cairo, Egypt

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