Born in the Caribbean coast of Colombia, Viviana Puello immigrated to the United States in her early 20's because she was disappointed at the political situation of her country. Growing up in what she calls the most beautiful city, a bohemian town that kisses the Atlantic Ocean, art was always an essential part of her life. Puello started painting at twelve-years-old surprising everyone with her talent. Her first painting was an abstract that she called "The Vase" and it still hangs at her uncle's house. While growing up around important abstract painters, she always followed their path and learned from them. She found a special connection with Alejandro Obregon’s use of colors and shapes. But, because she came from a strict home, going to art school was not allowed. Artists were considered bohemians and starving dreamers by the traditional society of that time. So instead, she went to the Colegio Mayor de Bolivar to study Business administration. However, her afternoons were spent studying French at the Alianza Colombo-Francesa, a place where artists gathered in her hometown. It was there she shared her passion for art and spent time learning their techniques. Before leaving to start a new life in New York City, on her last visit to the studio at Alianza, one of the art teachers gave her his best advice. "Always be yourself—let your inspiration lead you and don't let your work be influenced by anyone else". With that in her heart and her passion alive, she migrated to U.S. For the next eight years after arriving to the U.S. Puello devoted her time to raising her two children and working as a youth minister for a local church. There she served as a worship leader and gospel songwriter. During that time her inspiration turned to landscapes and she did work for the theater, staging and scenery for local schools and churches. A few years ago she relocated to New York City where she has found a whole new inspiration. Puello's work is full of life with vibrant colors influenced by her passionate Latin background.

"I'm living my dream and it is real. Those who saw me growing up and know my passion for art now see me with different eyes. They've realized that an artist is to be respected and appreciated; our work comes from the heart and serves a purpose. I leave a piece of my soul in every painting. I'm proud to be who I am and thankful for my gift. An artist is someone who is passionate about making a difference with his or her work. An individual with the certainty of touching others through each one of her creations, a human being who has no fear about being ridiculed. A thirsty soul always looking for answers. A dreamer who wants to change the world."