Hyuro
Argentina
Hyuro born Tamara Djurovic was an Argentine-born Street artist. Her murals can be found around Europe, particularly in Spain, but also in Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, the United States, Germany, Morocco and Tunisia. They frequently feature faceless women and they highlight issues including gender based violence and deaths due to abortion.
She became involve in street art while studying for a masters degree at the Technical University of Valencia and she became involved in street art. She was introduced to the appeal of murals by Escif who is based in Valencia. Hyuro's images are monochrome or with very muted colours. Initially her work was illegal but then she was asked to take part in festivals where the paintings were permitted by the organisers.
She died in Valencia in November 2020 but has left a lasting legacy around the world.
