early life and education fédora do rego monteiro fernandes, a trailblazing brazilian painter, draftswoman, and teacher, was born in recife in 1889. she passed away in 1975, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts alike. artistic career and contributions fédora do rego monteiro fernandes was a founding member of the escola de belas artes de pernambuco in 1932. her artistic career not only mirrored h…