José Ismael Rivera (1956) was born in Bogota. He completed his Plastic Arts studies and a Painting specialization at the National University of Colombia. He has had various exhibitions in Colombia, Spain, New York, and Miami galleries. Rivera's art typically combines abstraction and figurative elements, blending traditional Latin American visual motifs with modern and contemporary approaches. He may use a variety of mediums, including oil paints, acrylics, mixed media, and sculptures, to explore personal and collective histories. The artist's work might also touch upon the intersection of urban and rural life, the effects of modernization, and the enduring influence of indigenous and Afro-Colombian cultures. His interest in painting has led him to explore it without limit, thanks to this medium's vast capacity for expression. He plays with abstraction and figuration simultaneously between daydreams and memories. He has had various exhibitions in Colombia, New York, France, and Miami galleries.