John Sergio Vélez | Artist at Mondoir

Nationality: Colombian

Discipline: painting

Based in: Medellin, CO

Biography

A life between canvas and mastery. With a career dating back to 1986, John Sergio Vélez is a name forged in perseverance and love for figurative painting. His story mirrors Medellín itself: in 1993, he was among the artists selected for the emblematic Northeastern Zone Artists Exhibition, a space that, from the Bosque sector, allowed him to certify his talent before the city during a time of profound cultural transformation. That seed of an emerging artist gave way to a solid and professional career. Since 2001, John has been a fundamental part of the prestigious La Consolata Gallery, where for 25 years he has breathed the art of the great masters, perfecting his critical eye and technique. Today, through his own John Vélez Art Gallery, he continues to capture in oil his vision of realism, light, and form, establishing himself as a reference that unites gallery experience with the sensitivity of the creator.

Artist Statement

My artistic work stems from an exploration of the human condition, emotions, and the relationship between reality and perception. Through painting, I seek to represent moments, characters, and scenes that convey feelings and awaken an emotional connection in the viewer. I am interested in exploring beauty, identity, memory, and how personal experiences can transform our worldview. I primarily use oil paint for its ability to create depth, texture, and atmospheres that bring each image to life. My intention is that each work be not merely a visual representation, but an invitation to pause, observe, and find personal meaning. I strive to create paintings that can generate an emotional experience and remain in the viewer's memory.

Exhibitions

In 1993, he was one of the artists selected for the emblematic Exhibition of Artists from the Northeastern Zone of Medellin - Antioquia, Colombia.

Education

Self-taught artist with empirical training.