↓Curatorial Intent & Origins↓

Zabo is an emerging force in the contemporary art scene whose roots run deep in the Metro Boston area. Now residing in the quiet, forested green mountains of northern New England, Zabo brings a grounded, unfiltered energy to his work that speaks directly to the human experience. He trained under the celebrated Boston-School painter Paul Ingbretson, a key figure of the Boston School of American Art, where he honed his technical discipline while fostering a deep appreciation for classical form and modern expression. His surroundings—first urban, now rural—deeply influence the emotional spectrum of his work, blending grit with stillness, and complexity with rawness.

 

Zabo’s mixed media paintings are unapologetically layered, textured, and emotionally charged—reflecting themes of social tension, cultural commentary, and the often chaotic states of human consciousness. His use of diverse materials such as acrylic, oil, oil sticks, spray paint, charcoal, graphite, markers and cutout/drawing collages creates dense surfaces that invite viewers to dig beneath the chaos and find narrative. Each work is given a bold and often mysterious title that serves as a gateway into its deeper essence. With an eye for the visceral and a heart tuned to the human condition, Zabo offers something deeply personal yet universally resonant—making his work especially compelling for contemporary art collectors and designers seeking pieces that are not only visually arresting but rich with story and soul.