Ana Mercedes Hoyos

(Colombian, 1942–2014)

Colombian artist Ana Mercedes Hoyos was born in Bogota in 1942. She was passionate about Latin American culture, traditions and folklore and was particularly known for her figurative art. Educated in Colombia at the Universidad de los Andes in Bogota, she continued her studies in the United States.  
 
Hoyos traveled extensively throughout her life, spending time in Europe and studying painting techniques in Italy. She received numerous awards, honors and recognitions, earning a reputation as a leading figure in Colombian art. Her paintings, which often portrayed human figures, animals and landscapes, are characterized by bright colors, strong lines, and expressive forms.  
 
Always staying true to her Latin heritage, Hoyos often incorporated Colombian folk traditions into her art. She was determined to break the stereotype of Latin American artists producing only political art and succeeded in creating a body of work that blended art and culture to create unique and powerful pieces. 
 
Ana Mercedes Hoyos died in 2014. Her contribution to Latin American art is not only of artistic value but also testifies to the rich cultural heritage of her country and its people.

Ana Mercedes Hoyos Artworks

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Sin Título (Untitled), 2004

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Sin Título (Untitled), 2004

Huxley-Parlour

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Ma Fruta ata Freko 3, 2010

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Ma Fruta ata Freko 3, 2010

Huxley-Parlour

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Sandias (Watermelons), 1998

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Sandias (Watermelons), 1998

Huxley-Parlour

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Sandia (Watermelon), 2001

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Sandia (Watermelon), 2001

Huxley-Parlour

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Sin Título (Untitled), 2004

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Sin Título (Untitled), 2004

Huxley-Parlour

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Plátanos (Bananas), 1995

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Plátanos (Bananas), 1995

Huxley-Parlour

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Colombiana (Colombian), 1991

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Colombiana (Colombian), 1991

Huxley-Parlour

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Sin Título (Untitled), 2009

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Sin Título (Untitled), 2009

Huxley-Parlour

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Untitled (Six Works), 1998

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Untitled (Six Works), 1998

Huxley-Parlour

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Monasita, 2013

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Monasita, 2013

Nohra Haime Gallery

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Amina, 2014

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Amina, 2014

Galeria Duque Arango

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Zenaida, 2013

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Zenaida, 2013

Galeria Duque Arango

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Zenaida, 2014

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Zenaida, 2014

Galeria Duque Arango

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Amina, 2010

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Amina, 2010

Galeria Duque Arango

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Arlina, 2010

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Arlina, 2010

Galeria Duque Arango

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Ñuro, 2010

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Ñuro, 2010

Galeria Duque Arango

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Ñuro, 2013

Ana Mercedes Hoyos

Ñuro, 2013

Galeria Duque Arango

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