Sueey Gutierrez
Sueey Gutierrez is a New York-based artist of Salvadoran-Mayan heritage. Her vibrant works explore the complexities of identity, culture, and memory through her dynamic artworks that blend elements of traditional and contemporary art. Raised in Brooklyn and now residing on Long Island, her artistic journey began at age 3, leading to a scholarship at the Brooklyn Museum by age 6.
With a BA from the Fashion Institute of Technology. Gutierrez has gained recognition in publications like Newsday, The Timber Journal, and is featured in the book 'Salvi Yorkers.'
Her bold, vibrant compositions and meticulous details invite viewers to explore layered meanings, prompting self-reflection on one's own identity. Her work often celebrates strong female figures, Salvadoran heritage, and the solace found in nature. Gutierrez's art has graced galleries, exhibitions and private collectors' homes across the United States and internationally, earning acclaim for its unique style and impactful narratives.
“My art practice addresses the gap in society’s idea of beauty: that ALL women are beautiful and powerful. Youth, skin tone, size, and shape are not the only determinants of beauty. Beauty is a constant throughout all our lives and even afterward, in death.”
ARTIST STATEMENT
"Since I first began drawing, feminine imagery has been at the center of my consciousness. My early ideas of beauty, intimacy, vulnerability, sexuality, strength, and race were shaped and linked through Renaissance paintings, Pre-Columbian ceramics, and photography in fashion magazines. The allure and power of the women in those images reflected what I saw in all women. However, I did not see a representation of someone who looked like me in those images of power. This led me to create art that represents me and my culture: strong and inspiring feminine images relatable to the Latine aesthetic."
Exhibtions and projects
2024 “Reclamation: Narratives of Space, History, and Culture” Southampton History Museum, Southampton, NY
2023 “Entre Mis Mundos” Solo Show, Ma’s House, Southampton, NY
2023 “SOMOS/WE ARE Latinx Artists of Long Island”, Long Island Museum, Stony Brook, NY
2022 “Journey To The Heart of Yin + Yang” A Better Place, hosted by Divine Madness Collective, Center Moriches, NY
2022 “Indigenous Art Exhibit & Poetry” Ma’s House, Southampton, NY
2022 “Feminine Fire” Teatro Yerbabruja Gallery, Bay Shore, NY
2022 “Urban Suburbanites” Museum of Contemporary Art L.I., Patchogue, NY
2021 “Moca Lights 2021” Open-Air Arts Museum, Patchogue, NY
2021 “Indigenous People Art Exhibition” Teatro Yerbabruja Gallery, Bay Shore, NY
2021 “Arts On Terry” Museum of Contemporary Art L.I., Patchogue, NY
2021 “Invitational Group Show”, Huntington Arts Council, Huntington, NY
2021 “Cultura”, Spotlight Art Gallery at Paramount Theatre, Huntington, NY
2021 “The Voyage”, Huntington Arts Council, hosted by the Sea of Visibility, Huntington, NY
2021 “Divina” Solo Show, Muñeca Arthouse, Blue Point, NY
2020 “Mirror, Mirror”, Huntington Arts Council, Huntington, NY
2020 “100 & Under Group Exhibit” Muñeca Arthouse, hosted by Colored Colors, Blue Point, NY
2020 “Night Visions Pop-Up Projected Gallery” Patchogue Art Council, Patchogue, NY
2020 “Pandemic Art” Muñeca Arthouse, Blue Point, NY
2020 “International Virtual Festival of Art in Q-tine” Patchogue Art Council, Patchogue, NY
2020 “Celebration of Women’s History Month”, Teatro Yerbabruja Gallery, Bay Shore, NY
2019 “6th Annual Rotational Art Exhibit” Town of Oyster Bay, NY
2019 “Soopky Art Show”, Muñeca Arthouse, Patchogue, NY
2019 “Central Islip Art Festival” Teatro Yerbabruja Gallery, Bay Shore, NY
2018 “Somos Tus Vecinos”, Long Hall Gallery at Toast Coffee, Patchogue, NY
2018 “Mi Casa Su Casa”, Muñeca Arthouse, Patchogue, NY
2018 “Art Among the Flowers” Solo Show, Greenpoint Florist, Greenpoint, Brooklyn, NY
2018 “Art by Sueey Gutierrez” Solo Show, American Beauty, Massapequa, NY
2018 “Mothers Art Show” Paper Doll Vintage, Sayville, NY
2017 “A Women’s Perspective” RIPE Art Gallery, Huntington, NY
2017 “Betsy Propane Art” Paper Doll Vintage. Sayville, NY
2017 “Lucky Numbers”, RIPE Art Gallery, Huntington, NY
2015 ‘Peace, Love and Rock & Roll”, RIPE Art Gallery, Huntington, NY
2014 “Burlesque Sideshow Art Show”, RIPE Art Gallery, Huntington, NY
2013 “The Collaboration”, SIP This, Valley Stream, NY
2011 “The Art of Beauty”, Ella Mia Vintage, Great Neck, NY
2011 “Final Student Show” Firehouse Art Gallery, Garden City, NY
2010 “Divine Feminine” Guenevere Rodriguez Gallery, Williamsburg, NY