Aníbal Vallejo (Medellín, 1975) is a Colombian artist trained in Visual Arts (Universidad de Antioquia) and Fashion Design (Colegiatura Colombiana de Diseño) in Colombia. He later moved to Europe, where he furthered his training as a painter in England, Spain, France, and Italy, and subsequently established his studio in New York City. Over two decades, Vallejo has participated in various exhibitions at galleries, museums, and international fairs, including notable public temporary projects such as the temporary installation on the façade of the Museum of Modern Art in Medellín (MAMM) and a collaborative installation at the PULSE Fair in 2014 with ProjectArt NYC, supporting their art education program for underprivileged children in New York. He was a finalist in the Stamp for Peace design project, which commemorated the signing of the Peace Agreements in Colombia in 2016. His work is part of the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in Medellín (MAMM), the Banco de la República of Bogotá (Miguel Urrutia Art Museum, MAMU), the Museum of Antioquia, La Casita / Chehebar Collection in Bogotá and various private collections, including those of Jorge Pérez and Related Group, both in Florida, USA. He currently lives and works in Medellín, Colombia.
Statement
My artistic journey is a continuous exploration of the intersections between form, color, texture, and space, blending influences from visual arts and fashion design into a unique synthesis of geometric abstraction and figuration. Over the span of my career, I have delved into various artistic territories, experimenting with materials and techniques that transcend traditional boundaries. My work integrates stitched fabric fragments, bold strokes of paint, meticulous lines, and intricate threads, which converge on my canvases to create rich, textured surfaces that invite viewers into a dialogue oscillating between nostalgia and contemplation. For me, color is a language of its own—a tool for deep inquiry rather than mere representation. Each hue, whether applied with precision or spontaneity, carries its own narrative, engaging in a dance of light and shadow that speaks to the complexity of human experience. Through this exploration, I seek to distill the essence of emotion and capture fleeting moments of introspection. Each brushstroke and thread woven into my work becomes a conduit for deeper exploration, drawing viewers into a dynamic interplay between intuition and intellect. My art is not merely a static object to be observed but a living, breathing entity that evolves with each encounter, reflecting the enduring power of creativity to transcend boundaries and forge connections.