Stephania Blum “Never Look Back”

STEPHANIA BLUM – ART PORTFOLIO

About the Artist

Stephania Blum is a Mexican artist based in Miami and the creator of Hyperrealism Back Iconography, a signature style portraying women from the back, rich in symbolism, narrative, and emotion. Her work explores identity, resilience, and migration, combining traditional and digital media. Since childhood in Mexico City, art has been her most intimate language.

In 2014, she created her collection Never Look Back, a series reflecting the courage of women and the struggle to move forward without fear of the past. Her works tell stories of resilience, transformation, and the strength of those who carry their histories on their skin.

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Artistic Statement

“My art is a window into transformation, strength, and memory. Through my pieces, I seek to tell stories of women who challenge their destinies, of migrants who carry their history on their skin, and of artists who, like me, find in art a space of resistance. I paint with the conviction that each piece must have soul and purpose, inspired by great figures such as Vermeer and Yayoi Kusama, who have taught me the importance of depth in every artwork.”

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Highlighted Collections

“Never Look Back” (2014 – Present)

This collection is the core of her work and a visual manifesto of courage and transformation. Inspired by migration and resilience, each piece encapsulates the strength of those who move forward without looking back. Representative works include:
• “Viva la Vida de Frida Kahlo” – Reimagining Frida Kahlo with hope and vitality.
• “Niñas Valientes” (Brave Girls) – Celebrating youth and courage of new generations.
• “YAYOI Kusama: I See Dots” – Honoring Kusama’s struggle as a migrant and her perseverance in the art world.

Interactive Works

Exploring the relationship between art and technology, Stephania has developed pieces like “VIVA LA VIDA”, a painting that comes to life through augmented reality, allowing viewers to become part of the artwork. This work has been experienced by celebrities and figures in the art world.

Cultural and Historical Inspirations
• “Cherry Blossom Blossom” – Fusing Japanese symbolism with resilience, representing the koi fish’s journey and transformation into a dragon.
• “The Journey to Mictlán” – Visual exploration of the journey to the underworld in Mexican cosmology, available as a limited edition of 10 prints.

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Curatorial Work
• Soulverse Miami Gala – Led the curation, bringing international artists to Wynwood during Art Basel Miami 2023.

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Special Projects and Exhibitions

Stephania Blum has participated in numerous exhibitions, blending traditional and digital art:
• Art Basel Miami 2023 – Participation in the Metaverse Gala Soulverse.
• Art Basel Miami Week 2025 – Exhibition with One Love Art DAO: “Listen to Your Heart”.
• Futurist Conference – Miami – Participant in the 8th edition, integrating art and technology.
• Univisión Foundation – Crypto Contigo – Collaborative project promoting art and education in digital media.
• Bellas Artes Perú 2024 – Exhibition featuring works from Never Look Back.
• Les Couleurs Gallery Miami – Group exhibition celebrating the gallery’s anniversary.
• Consulate of Mexico in Miami (2023) – Exhibitions and press conferences, highlighting Mexican artists during Miami Art Week.
• Art of Femme Brooklyn (2025) – Showcasing female talent in New York.
• Chromaverse Miami / Bogotá, Colombia – Participating in innovative digital and physical art platforms.
• New York NFT – Exhibition of digital art at the heart of the NFT movement.
• Brickell Art Basel 2024 – Special exhibition in Miami.
• Brickell Basel 2025 – Second Edition – Upcoming participation in Miami’s premier contemporary art event.
• Times Square 2025 – Featuring her art in one of the most iconic public spaces in the world.
• Oculus New York – Camino al Mictlán 2024 – Immersive piece exploring Mexican spirituality.
• Valley Water, Silicon Valley, California – Hispanic Heritage Month Exhibit 2024
• XPONARTE, San Miguel de Allende, Mexico – Exclusive Latin American art auction.
• Creadora de la pieza viral de Fátima Bosch, Miss Universe 2025 de México, mostrando a Fátima de espaldas, símbolo de fuerza y resiliencia mexicana.

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New Recognitions and Features
• Selected for the Artist Handbook by .ART, featuring outstanding global artists.
• Speaker at the Fashion Metaverse Conference, discussing intersections of fashion, technology, and digital art.
• Showcased work in Spatial, bringing immersive digital experiences to a global audience.
• Featured in Escaparate Art Magazine 2025, highlighting her artistic journey and impact in contemporary art.

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Future and Upcoming Creations

Stephania is developing new pieces combining traditional art with technology, exploring interactivity and storytelling. She is also writing a screenplay based on her father and his siblings’ journey, the first Mexicans to compete internationally in skydiving.

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Stephania Blum’s art bridges past and future, memory and reinvention. Because we RiSE, we HEAL, and we NEVER LOOK BACK.