​Once a Las Vegas boxing promoter, Bermano is a vegan painter working on raw, emotional canvases from subway floors in Manhattan to Art Basel in Miami. His work has resonated with curious collectors, thrusting Bermano into the international spotlight. Bermano’s art is instantly recognizable for his vivid colors, bold forms and vibrant impasto strokes, drifting into the whimsical and abstract with subject matter ranging from lions to peacocks to flowers. Born Joel Berman in South Africa, he re-christened himself “Bermano”, going on to paint for both Nelson Mandela and Pope Francis. Berman has donated works that have raised more than $350K for charities that include Operation Smile, Water Thirst Today and 24 Hour Club . Bermano also often fuses luxury into several of his works, embedding real diamonds and precious gemstones into his canvases, transforming them into spiritual talismans and investment-grade collectibles. His style carries both intimacy and grandeur, drawing viewers into a world where beauty and legacy intertwine.