Hi soul tribe, I'm visual artist Ayala. I'm 1st generation with Indigenous roots that stem from the Andean Diaspora. I come from humble beginnings originating on the border of Colombia and Ecuador. I have a beautiful sisterhood of 5 and our father is an incredible wood carver and carpenter. Papi practically built all the furniture in our home. I love how we alI inherited his creative gift in different ways from photography, poetry, music and fashion. As a teen my sister lead me to discover an opportunity to attend a rare performing arts high school. This had a profound impact on my life.
I completely flourished studying painting, drawing and sculpture by day and worked after hours airbrushing clothing at the mall. I credit my education to a wonderful teacher who helped me complete my college application. I received a scholarship to San Francisco's California College of Art where I studied painting. Alone in a big city, it was one of the most challenging times where I supported myself as a full time student.
I began to feel like I couldn't identify within the world of Fine Art and left the painting department. I went on to study animation and graphic design. I graduated with a BFA and landed an internship with Got Milk's, Goodby Silverstein & Partners. I sharpened my knowledge in motion graphics and editing. My 9-5 left me feeling disconnected from my creativity and community. Eventually I had an undeniable longing to create.
After reading "The Power of Positive Thinking" I was inspired to move to New York. I arrived in the Bronx with 2 suitcases and a desire to experiment artistically. Iβm so grateful to have found a community, an entrepreneurial spirit and a sense of purpose. My art is inspired by my ancestry, spirituality and femininity. I hope to spark empowerment in others through my portfolio. Iβm excited to see the art the future will bring. Thank you so much for joining me on this journey!
Ayala is a contemporary artist of Indigenous descent. Subjects for her paintings reference divine femininity, identity and spirituality. Majestic portraits honor tradition with a colorful palette that holds an innate ancestral connection.
Classically trained, she holds a BFA from San Francisco's California College of Art. A multifaceted creative, she received a Grammy certificate for graphic design. Art ππ¦ Ayala has been featured live in New York Cityβs Telemundo 47 and in partnership with global brands such as Comcast, Coca-Cola, Amazon Alexa99.
Her art has reached influencers and celebrities including Jada Pinkett Smith and Sanaa Lathan who shared art ππ¦ Ayala. Through representation and artivism she builds a rising 110K community across social media as @artbyayala.
Comcast - "Raices Divinas" commission for HHM campaign.
Coca-Cola Dreamworld - "Elevated Journey" 2 piece painting campaign commission via TikTok based from a followers dream.
Amazon Alexa99 - "Antepasados" for the Favorite Family Photo campaign commisson via TikTok.
Hennessy V.S.O.P - 5 piece collection for multi city private events. Commission powered by DANF.
Portland Leather Goods - Influencer gift to create unique content ππ¦ Ayala.
My art is an observation of the soul and vessel. I am fascinated by popular iconography that captivates the masses. I explore metaphysical humanism within a resilient sisterhood. It carries generations of trauma and displacement. Despite systemic alienation, genetic remembrance is powerful. Indigenous representation in contemporary society serves as a critical response to historic erasure.
I create empowering protagonists who reclaim and challenge identity. I honor tradition through vivid color theorized to be an innate ancestral connection. In a generation of plastic and surgery, a palette knife and acrylic are tools that symbolically reshape beauty. Natural and heroic portraits capture divine feminine energy to heal and decolonize.
With roots that stem from the Andean Diaspora, I celebrate unity across cultures in the Americas. My portfolio is dedicated to the descendants, the universal desire for spirituality, history and pride.
"Sacred Matriarchs" Solo Exhibition
NYCH Gallery, Chicago 2024
"Mujer Art Exhibition" Guest Artist
Mattie Rhodes Arts Center, KC 2024
"Ancestral Identity" Featured Artist
Monarca Art Space, KC 2023
"Cosmic Energy" Solo Exhibition
Ketchup Gallery Brooklyn, NY 2022
" Art Basel Arte & Moda" Guest Artist Fashion Designers of Latin America
Miami, Florida 2021
"Fotos y Recuerdos" Online Exhibit Google Arts & Culture Celebrating Selena
The Selena Museum 2019
"Soy Mas" Guest Artist
Hosted by @Latinamadenotmaid
Caelum Gallery New York, NY 2017
"The American Dream" Solo Exhibition
California College of the Arts, SF
"The Revolution" - Original art stating: we are not the immigrants, to bring awareness to Indigenous resistance and identity on ancestral land. Contributions from this project helped to support native youth with art exposure in collaboration with Flowerinspanish.
"We are not the only dreamers" - Original art highlighting Daca recipients and a demand for a path to citizenship.
"Huelga" - Original art in response to dehumanizing anti-immigration laws against Indigenous communities.
'Cultura in the Park' - Bay area live painting performance leading the children art activities with creative encouragement and representation.
Women's History Month - Live painting performance sponsored by Extra Butter, a minimalist boutique in New York's LES.
Spectrum Reach - Native American Heritage Month guest speaker, representation through Fine Art.
DuckCreek Technologies - Volar Women's History Month guest speaker, representation through Fine Art.
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