Women Behind the Easel

Through a series of intimate portraits, we celebrate the diverse voices and visions of female artists who are reshaping the art world. Each portrait tells a unique story, capturing the essence of the artist behind the brush and highlighting the passion, perseverance, and power that define their journey.

Bianca Ionita

I was born in 1987, in Oltenita. I graduated from the "Nicolae Tonitza" High School of Fine Arts in 2006, and the master's degree at the National University of Arts in Bucharest in 2011. I share the accumulated experience through the creative activities I do with children. I organized several personal exhibitions such as "Find and Keep" which took place at Căminul Artei, "Anamorfoze" at Artyourself Gallery "Wanted", at the Romanian National Opera, I participated in numerous group exhibitions and creative camps such as "Ștefan Jager" from Jimbolia or "In electric field", at Conacul Otetelișanu from Benesti and several camps in Bulgaria in Arbanassi, Bozentshi and Malko Târnovo. I was part of the artistic group "Prisma" coordinating the project "Paradisul Terrestru" and of the group formed by contemporary artists from Romania: "Himerele". I created several series of works with urban themes "City lights", "Anamorphoses" and "Vitrine", and in the last six years I developed a project in which I study different species of plants. I am concerned with rendering the geometric structures of the forms in nature and their textures. I like to know and understand what is happening around me. I analyze how plants develop, how they change over time. I enjoy painting them because they have life and adapt to their surroundings, they are alive and dynamic. In my projects with an urban theme I conveyed the atmosphere of the city at night, when the blinding light of lighthouses and lanterns creates halos, metallic windshields in which nature is reflected, obtaining a hallucinatory effect, shop windows where products are displayed on plastic mannequins , the subway agglomeration where people are caught thinking, in natural positions, a place where they lose their identity and live collective experiences. In my compositions I create optical and kinetic effects.

Alexandra Baciu

Alexandra Baciu is a Romanian visual artist whose work is a profound exploration of the human spirit and the nuanced interplay between light and shadow. Educated at the prestigious National University of Arts in Bucharest, with additional studies at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Roma, Baciu’s artistic journey is marked by a deep commitment to capturing the unseen energies that define human interactions. Her paintings, often characterized by vibrant contrasts and delicate brushwork, delve into the metaphysical, presenting light not merely as an aesthetic element but as a symbol of positivity and resilience. Alexandra’s work transcends the traditional boundaries of painting, as she seamlessly integrates elements of new media, ecological art, and historical techniques. This multifaceted approach allows her to remain relevant in the contemporary art scene while honoring timeless artistic traditions. Her pieces have been showcased in numerous international exhibitions and are part of significant public and private collections across Europe and the United States, reflecting her growing influence in the global art community. Her dedication to artistic innovation is evident in her participation in international residencies across countries like Lithuania, Macedonia, Bulgaria, Albania and Turkey. These experiences have enriched her practice, enabling her to continuously evolve and explore new dimensions of visual language. Alexandra has a diverse portfolio, including experience as an art director for a contemporary art festival in Bucharest and as a curator for art exhibitions. As both a curator and an artist, Baciu brings a unique perspective to her work, often serving as a bridge between traditional fine art and contemporary visual culture. Her art not only invites viewers to engage with it on an emotional level but also challenges them to contemplate the deeper energies that shape human existence. Baciu stands out as an artist who is not afraid to push boundaries, making her a compelling figure in the contemporary art world. She also manages her own studio and is actively involved in expanding her creative practice into new media and ecological art. In addition to painting, Baciu is skilled in multiple creative disciplines, ranging from branding and graphic design to ecological art practices, sustainable art and circular economy.

Emilia Marinescu

Emilia Marinescu (b. 1984) grew up in South Africa, in Johannesburg, graduated from the University of Arts in Bucharest, Department of Painting, has university and postgraduate legal studies and has represented Romania at international art festivals. She was awarded for the best technique in art in 2014. The artistic universe of painter Emilia Marinescu is a fascinating kaleidoscope of horse portraits, Venetian masks, floral portraits, and plants. “I have been painting for as long as I can remember. I have scribbled on walls, dressers, floors, windows, everything inspires me. I love color in all its forms and in all its manifestations. I have infinite ideas, for another lifetime. “ The artist’s works are in private collections both in the country and abroad. She participates in international art symposia, is an organizer of artistic residencies and is present in several performances. She has a cultural association "Sgrafitto" that promotes art, does volunteer work and is a teacher.

Andreea Floreanu

Andreea Floreanu is a Romanian visual artist whose work delves into themes of memory, identity, and the interplay between reality and imagination. Her art often features dreamlike elements, exploring the subconscious and childhood memories.​With a distinct use of vibrant colors and surreal compositions, her paintings evoke emotional depth, inviting viewers into an intimate, introspective space. Andreea's work is characterised by a delicate balance between fragility and strength, reflecting both personal and universal narratives.

Diana Braescu

"Endowed with a sanguine temperament reminiscent of Mediterranean personalities, Diana Braescu stands out for her genuine creative vitality and vibrant use of color in establishing dominant and harmonious chromatic tones. The summer sun imbues many of her compositions with an incandescent and lively quality, with the intensity of her brushstrokes contributing to this sense of thermal energy. This fervent dynamism gives her body of work a consistent suggestion of positivity, serving as a response to the real or imagined depressions caused by the physical and moral chaos in which we live. Through the "blood" of her joy for life, she peers into the depths of matter, and through her art, she tells us what she has seen..." Valentin Ciuca, "A century of beautiful arts in Moldova", published in 2009.

Alexandra Tataru

Alexandra Tătaru, born in Bucharest 1989, becomes the graduate of Liceul de Arte Carmen Sylva Ploiești in 2008. In 2011, she graduates with a Bachelor`s Degree, and in 2013 with a Master`s Degree from the National University of Arts Bucharest, in the field of Painting. Through the Erasmus Program she studies at the University of Arts and Sciences in Poznan, Poland 2010 to 2011. Starting with 2010 she exhibits in galleries such as: Victoria Art Center, The Museum of Arts Constanța, The Museum of Arts Cluj, „Alexandru Ștefulescu” Gorj County Museum, Mogoșoaia Palace, Parliament Palace, Sala Palatului, Cantacuzino Castel, Balassi Institute, K`arte Gallery, MORA Gallery, Kube Musette, Art Yourself Gallery, The Center of Visual Arts, IMBold Gallery, Ruse Gallery(BG). Alexandra Tătaru is fully aware of the fragmenting and very little knowledge she bestows on her role-models, and explores these elements throughout this artistic project where she tip-toes around the esthetic possibilities generated by intertwining the known with the unknown. The indirect and unilateral relationship that Alexandra builds is based on information obtainable for a large audience so is therefore misguided, misleading and requires further fictionalizing of the person`s character. The awareness of this fictionalizing becomes the leitmotif of the exhibition. Each work is a playful visual experiment, pushing its own limits, and constantly redefining the relationship between the artist and her role-models, that she hasn`t actually met. Text by : Ilinca Damian

Dorina Nicoleta Crisu (Doddo)

Doddo (the pseudonym under which Dorina Nicoleta Crișu creates) stood out on the artistic scene through important exhibitions and renowned collaborations. Her works were exhibited at Elite Prof Art Gallery in Athenee Palace Hilton Bucharest (2018), in the Masquerade Style Art Exhibition event at Grand Hotel Continental (2019), and at El Deco Gallery in Bucharest (2022) under the theme of Entropy. Among those who appreciate her works are passionate collectors, but also figures from the business world. Currently, Doddo has over 200 works exhibited in private collections in Romania and abroad. She has been painting non-stop since 2015, and her artistic beginnings have early roots, having been inspired since childhood, despite being denied access to painting. Persistent and self-taught, she is always receptive to new challenges and explores numerous techniques. Due to intense self-exploration, hard work and influences from modern art, she has developed a unique, deeply emotional and healing style. More details here.... https://www.caesarion.ro/catalogul/doddo