Erika Harrsch

Place: Mexico City

Born: 1970

Biography:

Erika Harrsch is a Mexican contemporary and visual artist, born in Mexico City in 1970. She has lived in various cities in Mexico, as well as Italy, Germany, Brazil, and the United States. Harrsch's work is thematically aligned with the butterfly, symbolizing migration and identity. She is known for her multidisciplinary approach, employing traditional mediums and new media. Harrsch has received recognition and awards for her work, including the Berklee Latin Masters Award in 2015. She is also an advocate for gender equality and the elimination of violence against women, serving as a United Nations' spokesperson for UN Women UNITE and the UN's 'He For She' campaigns.