Tatiana Painting

Akore is an international self-taught graffiti and street artist, widely regarded as one of the most prominent figures in contemporary urban art in Barcelona. His artistic vocation began in the late 1980s, within the cultural context of the emerging hip-hop movement in the city’s outskirts. Since then, he has developed a distinctive visual language that merges post-graffiti expression with African aesthetics—resulting in his signature style, Afrocolor. Rooted in African spirituality, history, and identity, Akore’s work frequently features striking portraits of African women, symbolizing cultural memory and ancestral strength. Born in Murcia, in southeastern Spain—a region geographically and historically connected to Africa—he maintains a deep spiritual and cultural affinity with the continent, which profoundly informs his artistic vision. His style is characterized by bold color palettes and an energetic synthesis of urban, tribal, and abstract forms. Akore often chooses unauthorized public spaces as his canvas, using street art as a form of creative resistance that challenges conventional norms and fosters public dialogue. His work explores themes such as migration, identity, rupture, and spiritual consciousness. A committed environmental advocate, Akore integrates recycled and found materials—such as doors, traffic signs, fabrics, and scrap metal—into his practice. This ecological approach underscores his commitment to sustainability and highlights the transformative power of art in addressing contemporary social and environmental issues. In addition to his studio and street work, Akore has contributed to academic and cultural discourse. He has delivered guest lectures at the University of Barcelona and the Palau de la Música Catalana, and his work is currently being studied by the Department of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid. His work has been featured in major media outlets including National Geographic, El País, La Vanguardia, MTV and Greenpeace, and in the internationally broadcast documentary series This is Art (Brutal Media / BBC Studios / TV3 / Movistar+), shown in over 80 countries. Akore has exhibited across Europe and Asia, with shows in Spain, France, Germany, and Singapore, and he has painted murals and street works in cities around the world.