Monica is a multifaceted artist and fashion designer, widely recognized within the global cleft lip community as the "Cleft Lip Artist." Her exceptional ability to convey stories through art creates a truly moving experience. Each of her artworks serves as a powerful and heartfelt dialogue, delving into the deeply personal experiences of individuals born with physical differences and their profound journeys towards embracing true beauty and life.
In the realm of fashion, Monica's name shines brightly due to her innovative use of fashion as an educational tool to raise awareness about facial differences.
Originally from Colombia and now based in the United States, her life journey has been enriched by a diverse range of experiences. In 2005, she earned her law degree in Colombia, and in 2008, she took a pivotal step by relocating to the United States, where she pursued her passion for fashion, ultimately obtaining a degree as a Fashion Knitwear Designer from FIDM in Los Angeles.
Monica's deep and transformative personal journey, shaped by years of undergoing cleft lip repair surgeries, led her to a profound discovery. Painting emerged as her sole means of confronting, expressing, and healing from the extensive process of undergoing 13 reconstructive surgeries. In her unwavering pursuit of healing and self-acceptance, her unique art style got immediate attention and her artworks had been chosen for really powerful personalities in Colombia and the cleft community around the world.