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Esperanza Cortés

Colombian, born 1957

Photograph by Maya Cortes

Esperanza Cortés was born in Colombia and lives in New York City. Using beads, gold, and embroidery, she explores her family history and the role of women in Latin America and Europe.

Esperanza Cortés nació en Colombia y vive en New York City. Usando mullos, oro, y bordado, Esperanza explora la historia de su familia y el papel de las mujeres en América Latina y Europa. 
 

Assistant Curator Andrea Alvarez in Conversation with Esperanza Cortés