Mendes Wood DM, a global contemporary art gallery, was founded in São Paulo in 2010 by Felipe Dmab, Matthew Wood, and Pedro Mendes. The gallery was established with the aim of exhibiting international and Brazilian artists in a context conducive to critical dialogue and the cross-pollination of ideas. Inspired by a belief that artistic practices broaden the scope of human agency and have the power to change the world, the gallery cultivates a program premised on conceptualism, political resistance, and intellectual rigor. Central to the program is a concern for regional difference and individuation while fostering cosmopolitanism and collaboration.

In 2017, Mendes Wood DM inaugurated its first European exhibition space in Brussels, founded in partnership with longtime friend and collaborator Carolyn Drake Kandiyoti. Located on three floors of a historic townhouse, the gallery lends itself to panoramic curatorial projects and comprehensive monographic exhibitions.

In 2022, Mendes Wood DM opened an exhibition space in New York’s Tribeca neighborhood. The expansion is a natural evolution of the gallery’s presence in North America, emphasizing a meaningful conversation with the Global South and affirming the gallery’s commitment to mounting significant exhibitions for a wider audience.

Mendes Wood DM is pleased to announce its first gallery in Paris, opening in October 2023. The exhibition space will be situated on the first two levels of the Hôtel de l’Escalopier in the Place des Vosges in the Marais. The building dates to the early seventeenth century and stands at the northern entrance of the oldest planned square in Paris. This new step is a reflection of a longtime dream to create a space of artistic exchange in a city that both nourishes and inspires Mendes Wood DM.

Mendes Wood DM is not just a space for showcasing art; it is also a platform for influencing and shaping the discourse around contemporary art. The gallery's exhibition program communicates the entire sweep of the modernist movement in America through its presentation of innovative and important works in both abstract and realist modes, bringing change into sharper focus.

Mendes Wood DM stands as a beacon of contemporary art in the global art scene. Its commitment to fostering artistic talent, promoting international artists, and nurturing a love for art among the public has made it a significant player in the global art scene. As it continues to evolve and expand, Mendes Wood DM remains dedicated to its mission of supporting and promoting the work of innovative and pioneering artists.