Mario DeBlak Robinson is a multidisciplinary artist based in Dallas, Georgia, best known for evocative watercolor paintings and realism-driven work across film, photography, pencil, acrylic, and oil. His work centers on preserving moments of family and community life, exploring identity, resilience, and everyday beauty through intimate, detail-rich imagery.

A 1996 Fine Arts graduate of Reinhardt University, Mario expanded his practice with studies in computer science and graphic design at Georgia State University and DeVry University, and earned an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management in 2018. He is co-founder of Uncle Art Camp Legacy, Inc., an active member of the South Cobb Arts Alliance, and a long-time supporter of arts education and community programming.

Selected exhibits and honors

• March 1992: East Paulding High School PTSA Reflections Art & Literature Competition — Principles Award Winner
• Dec 4–5, 1992: 14th Annual School Arts Symposium Exhibition (University of Georgia / Georgia Museum of Art)
• Apr 1993: Reflections Program (Visual Arts, 11th Grade) — Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers
• Oct 1993: 7th Annual Paulding Fine Arts Association Student Art Show — 2nd Place
• Feb 8, 1997: Salute to Black History Month: Mario Robinson — Paulding Fine Arts Association
• Feb 27, 1999: QUEEN: A Tribute to African-American Women Artists — Paulding Fine Arts Center
• May 29, 1999: "The Children’s Playhouse" at "The Old School House" — Presented by U.N.I.T.E. & Cultural Arts Council of Douglasville/Douglas County

Judging experience

• Nov 1997: McGarity Elementary PTA Reflections Art Program
• Jul 2024: South Cobb Arts Alliance — Art at the Avenue National Juried Middle & High School Art Competition

Sponsored events & community programs

• Uncle Art Camp, Dallas, GA — July 4, 2020–present (co-founder/sponsor)
• Rockwell Dance Academy — Rock Da Floor Dance Camp art program sponsor (June 2023–present)
• Oct 8, 2022: Crayola Feelings: Colorful Thoughts and Dreams (presented with Yellow Tub Creative & partners)
• Jul 23, 2022: Whatz Poppin? (presented with Yellow Tub Creative & partners)
• South Cobb Arts Alliance — Art at the Avenue National Juried Middle & High School Art Competition (2024 & 2025)

Mario continues to exhibit, teach, and produce across mediums while mentoring emerging artists and championing community arts initiatives. For commissions, exhibitions, or workshop inquiries, contact through his professional channels or affiliated organizations.