Kathy Murillo [she/they] is an ever-evolving queer, feminist Venezuelan-Dutch artist whose work spans a diverse range of mediums and themes. Graduating as a Graphic Designer in 2016, Murillo further honed their artistic skills and earned honour's from the Willem de Kooning Academy at Rotterdam University in Fine Art in 2023. They also completed an Erasmus program at Central Saint Martins in London, broadening their artistic horizons and expanding their international network within the art community.
Driven by a passion for youth engagement and contemporary art, Murillo founded the KindleArt project upon returning to The Hague. This ongoing initiative aims to bridge the gap between youth culture and contemporary art, fostering creativity and expression among diverse communities.
Murillo's artistic practice is characterized by a commitment to exploring the complexities of identity, belonging, and societal dynamics through a feminist intersectional lens. Their work delves into themes such as justice, spirituality, memory, and displacement, offering a nuanced exploration of the human condition. Murillo's work has been showcased at various well-known exhibitions. They have exhibited at renowned events like the North Sea Jazz Festival, where their art contributed to the vibrant cultural atmosphere. Their work has also been published in Metropolis M, further solidifying their impact on the contemporary art scene.
Among their notable exhibitions is the degree show of WDKA, where Murillo made a bold statement by inviting the police to witness their artwork addressing the flaws within the justice system. This act of courage sparked meaningful dialogue and challenged societal norms, exemplifying Murillo's commitment to using art as a catalyst for change.
Murillo curated their first exhibition for the KindleArt project at Museum West Den Haag, featuring a body of work created by children who recently moved to The Netherlands. Inspired by workshops led by Murillo and her own practice, these artworks reflected the experiences and perspectives of young newcomers, fostering connection and understanding within the community.
Murillo is actively engaged in the art world, with exhibitions planned not only in The Netherlands but also in England 2024 and Mexico 2025. Their art serves as a catalyst for dialogue, empathy, and understanding, amplifying voices and challenging societal norms and structures. Through transformative reconstructions and thought-provoking interventions, Murillo invites viewers to reconsider their own perspectives and embrace the fluidity of identity.