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Self-Taught Artist
Born in the Caribbean coast of Colombia, internationally acclaimed artist Viviana
Puello immigrated to the United States because she was disappointed at the political situation of her country. Growing up
in what she calls the most beautiful city, a bohemian town that kisses the Atlantic Ocean, art was always an essential part
of her life. Puello started painting at twelve-years-old surprising everyone with her talent. Her first painting was an abstract
that she called "The Vase" and it still hangs at her uncle's house. While growing up around important abstract painters,
she always followed their path and learned from them. She found a special connection with Alejandro Obregon's use of colors
and shapes. But, because she came from a strict home, going to art school was not allowed. Artists were considered bohemians
and starving dreamers by the traditional society of that time. So instead, she went to the Colegio Mayor de Bolivar to study
Business administration. However, her afternoons were spent studying French at the Alianza Colombo-Francesa, a place where
artists gathered in her hometown. It was there where she shared her passion for art and spent time learning their techniques.
Before leaving to start a new life in New York City, on her last visit to the studio at Alianza, one of the art teachers gave
her his best advice. "Always be yourself let your inspiration lead you and don't let your work be influenced by anyone
else". With that in her heart and her passion alive, she migrated to U.S. For the next eight years after arriving to
the U.S. Puello she worked as a youth minister for a local church. There she served as a worship leader and gospel songwriter.
During that time her inspiration turned to landscapes and she did work for the theater, staging and scenery for local schools
and churches. A few years ago she relocated to New York City where she has found a whole new inspiration. Puello's work is
full of life with vibrant colors influenced by her passionate Latin background. Puello is collected internationally
and has premiered in film, television, and theater. Recipient of the St Valentino 2009 Award in Puglio, Italy.
She currently works and teaches in New York City and is the founder of the art education program of the Methodist Church Home
for the Aged in Riverdale, NY.
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