EVOCA1 is the pseudonym of Elio Mercado, a contemporary artist born in the Dominican Republic and based in Miami, Florida. He is a painter, muralist, and mixed media artist whose work primarily explores themes of cultural identity, race, and the human experience. His vibrant and expressive pieces often incorporate elements of street art, graffiti, and traditional painting techniques. Elio Mercado's art has been featured in galleries, exhibitions, and public spaces across the United States and internationally. His unique style and ability to create a dialogue through his work have garnered him recognition in the contemporary art world. Some of his notable projects include murals for Miami's Wynwood Walls and the Raw Project, which engages artists to create murals in underfunded schools.