Majo Portilla

Majo Portilla is an acclaimed artist whose vibrant creations are deeply rooted in her Latin heritage. Now based in the Netherlands, she masterfully combines abstract, contemporary, and figurative styles, crafting works that resonate with profound meaning and emotional depth.

Throughout her artistic journey, Majo has received numerous prestigious awards, establishing her as a leading figure in the global art scene. Her paintings are exuberant expressions of life, characterized by bold colors and dynamic compositions that reflect her rich experiences and cultural influences.

 Her remarkable talent has been recognized by prominent media, with features in esteemed publications such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, Tatler, and World of Interiors UK. Majo's innovative approach continues to inspire both fellow artists and art enthusiasts around the world.

Recent highlights of her career include her designation as ‘Art Ambassador The Netherlands’ for the SDG’s Through Arts initiative, launched in collaboration with United Nations, as well as her participation in Elephant Parade, a global movement dedicated to elephant conservation through unique, artworks on lifesized baby elephant sculptures.

To explore Majo Portilla's captivating body of work, visit her website at majoportilla.art. For the latest updates on her creative endeavors, follow her on Instagram @majoportillaart and join her on this remarkable artistic journey.
With oil and acrylics as her core painting mediums, Majo assesses the human condition and draws out the inner beauty and strengths of her subjects. Often clad in intricately textured outfits, her figures are mostly devoid of any facial features, prompting her viewers to look not at the surface, but introspectively at the qualities of the mental and emotional states.

The Mauritius International Art Fair, Dubai Art Expo, Ras Al Khaima Fine Arts Festival, Carrousel du Louvre Contemporary Art Fair, Fira Internacional d'Art Contemporani de Barcelona, Art Connects Women Dubai, La Marguttiana Arte Forte Dei Marmi, Museo Diffuso Contemporaneo Italy, Museo Internazionale Italia Arte, Museum of the Americas, SDG Art Collection United Nations Abu Dhabi @UN Hub Expo 2020, and other innumerable collective and solo exhibitions have all propelled her artworks into diverse markets throughout the globe.

Her art has a voice.