Hi! I’m Georgiana Macovei!

An Orthodontist, Lecturer, and Award wining painter from Iași, Romania.

As a Visual Artist, my primary focus is on seascapes.


I specialize in oil and acrylic painting, pastels as well as mixed media.

Illuminating Emotions:
A Journey Through Light, Joy, and Love for Life

My art is an invitation for viewers to embark on an inner journey of self-discovery and emotional renewal. Through the dance of colors, textures, and shapes, I aim to craft visual symphonies that resonate deeply with the human spirit. At the heart of my creative expression lies a desire to infuse every piece with the essence of hope, positivity, and optimism. The world—and even the depths of our own being—can sometimes feel dark and overwhelming, with challenges that test even the strongest souls. In response, my art seeks to serve as a guiding light, a radiant pause that reminds us of the beauty and wonder that exist both within and around us.

The wide range of emotions my work evokes is intentional, as I believe in art’s power to inspire not just joy and delight, but also contemplation and introspection. With every brushstroke, I encourage a profound emotional connection between the viewer and the canvas, creating a moment of stillness that invites people to feel with their hearts. Central to my artistic vision is a celebration of life itself—honoring the marvels of existence that often go unnoticed amid the chaos of daily life. My paintings capture the allure of nature, the intricate web of human connection, and the charm of the world around us, urging viewers to embrace life’s tapestry with renewed enthusiasm and gratitude.

My art aims to foster an experience akin to mindfulness, encouraging viewers to be fully present in the moment and immerse themselves in the embrace of the artwork. In this meditative state, the weight of the past and worries about the future fade away, allowing the viewer to savor the pure essence of being. Through the transformative power of art, I hope to inspire others to see life through a lens of conscious positivity, reminding them that even in the darkest times, there’s a world brimming with beauty and hope.

Art Education

University Studies

  • 2019 – 2022: University of Arts “Gaseorge Enescu” Iași, Faculty of Visual Arts and Design, Specialization in Visual and Decorative Arts Pedagogy

Art School

  • 2016 – 2019: “Titel Popovici” Popular Art School Iași, Painting Section, Class of Professor Dorin Lehaci

Artistic Activity

Solo Exhibitions

  1. 2024: Exhibition within WHO Prophylaxis Days, Iași, April 2024
  2. 2023: Exhibition within the Dental Medicine Conference, May 2023
  3. 2022: The Doors, Bistro la Noi, Iași
  4. 2022: Preview, February 10 – February 20, “N. Tonitza” Art Gallery, UAP Iași
  5. 2021: First Wave, June 5 – June 18, Labyrinth Gallery, Mihai Ursachi Cultural House, Iași

International Collective Exhibitions

  • 2023
    • International Plastic Arts Exhibition – Eminesciana 2023, 12th Edition, January 2 – January 15, 2023, Iași – Chișinău
  • 2022
    • Exhibition-Competition – Empathies on Both Sides of the Prut, December 15, 2022 – January 5, 2023, 12th Edition, Iași – Chișinău
    • International Art Festival PIAF 2022, promoted by Writers Capital Foundation, Theme: “War and Peace,” July 1 – July 31, 2022
    • International Plastic Arts Exhibition – Said and Done, 1st Edition, Online

National Collective Exhibitions

  • 2022
    • Visual Art Exhibition – Ieșean Identities, 11th Edition, October 14 – October 27, 2022
    • Exhibition – Art in the Park, 2nd Edition, June 3 – June 13, 2022
    • Visual Art Exhibition – Reinterpreting the Classics, May 26 – June 3, 2022, Labyrinth Gallery, Mihai Ursachi Cultural House, Iași
    • Painting Exhibition – EUReflect, May 16 – May 31, 2022, “i” Art Gallery
  • 2021
    • Collective Exhibition – Checkmate Ladies, 6th Edition, July 11 – July 15, 2021, Online
    • Collective Exhibition – Stylistic Variations: Spirit, Nature, Workshop, Iași, Online
    • Collective Exhibition – Botanical Visions, May 18 – May 23, 2021, Labyrinth Gallery, Mihai Ursachi Cultural House, Iași
    • Collective Exhibition – Fragments, Exhibition of Second-Year Art Pedagogy Students, UNAGE Iași, March 22 – April 4, 2021, Labyrinth Gallery, Mihai Ursachi Cultural House, Iași
    • Collective Exhibition – Ambassador of Melancholy, Exhibition of Students from the Painting and Art Pedagogy Sections, UNAGE Iași, February 17 – March 4, Labyrinth Gallery, Mihai Ursachi Cultural House, Iași
    • Collective Exhibition – Art4ALL – Spring Show, Online
    • Collective Exhibition – Dragobete Art, 9th Edition, Iași, Online
    • Collective Exhibition – Portrait and Self-Portrait, 3rd Edition, December 31, 2020 – January 31, 2021, Online
  • 2020
    • Collective Exhibition – Ieșean Identities, 9th Edition, October 7 – October 28, 2020, Online
    • Collective Exhibition – “Eminescu Memorial” Exhibition, part of the International Visual Creation Competition Eminesciana, Ipotești-Botoșani, Gallery of the National Studies Center “Mihai Eminescu” – Ipotești Memorial, January 15 – February 15, 2020
  • 2019
    • Collective Exhibition – Alternative Festival of Creativity Kreativis, May 2019 Edition, Iași
  • 2018
    • Collective Exhibition – Alternative Festival of Creativity Kreativis, December 2018 Edition, Iași

Artistic Camps

  1. 2022: Artistic Camp – Art in the Park, 2nd Edition, May 23 – May 27, Copou Park, Iași

Awards and Honors

Awards

  1. 2023: Painting Award, International Plastic Arts Exhibition Eminesciana 2023, 12th Edition, January 2 – January 15, 2023, Iași – Chișinău
  2. 2022-2023: Artistic Drawing Award, Empathies on Both Sides of the Prut Exhibition-Competition, 12th Edition, December 15, 2022 – January 5, 2023, Iași – Chișinău
  3. 2022: Honorable Mention, EUReflect Poster and Plastic Composition Competition, 4th Edition, May 2022, Iași
  4. 2022: Installation Award – Diploma No. 31/26.02.2022, International Plastic Arts Exhibition Said and Done, 1st Edition, December 20, 2021 – January 31, 2022
  5. 2021: Painting Award – Diploma No. 293/22.06.2021, Checkmate Ladies Exhibition, 6th Edition, July 11 – July 15, 2021
  6. 2021: Painting Award – Diploma No. 8/8.01.2021, Portrait and Self-Portrait Exhibition, 3rd Edition, December 31, 2020 – January 31, 2021
  7. 2020: Painting Award – Diploma No. 1088/19.10.2020, Ieșean Identities Exhibition, 9th Edition, October 7 – October 28, 2020
  8. 2018: Trophy in the Painting Section, Alternative Festival of Creativity Kreativis, December 2018 Edition, Iași

Diplomas

  • 2022: Participation Diploma, EUReflect Poster and Plastic Composition Competition, 4th Edition, May 16 – May 31, 2022, Iași
  • 2022: Excellence Diploma – Diploma No. 30/26.02.2022, Participation in International Plastic Arts Exhibition Said and Done, 1st Edition, December 20, 2021 – January 31, 2022
  • 2021: Excellence Diploma – Diploma No. 292/22.06.2021, Participation in Checkmate Ladies Exhibition, 6th Edition, July 11 – July 15, 2021
  • 2021: Excellence Diploma – Diploma No. 7/8.01.2021, Participation in Portrait and Self-Portrait Exhibition, 3rd Edition, December 31, 2020 – January 31, 2021
  • 2020: Excellence Diploma – Diploma No. 1087/19.10.2020, Participation in Ieșean Identities Exhibition, 9th Edition, October 7 – October 28, 2020
  • 2020: Merit Diploma – Participation in the Eminescu Memorial Exhibition, International Visual Creation Competition Eminesciana, Ipotești-Botoșani, January 15 – February 15, 2020

Media Appearances

  1. 2022: “Arts and Sculptures at PIAF 2022 Festival,” Alessandria Today, July 8, 2022
  2. 2022: “Preview Painting Exhibition – Georgiana Macovei @ N. Tonitza Art Gallery, Iași,” Cosmin Năsui, Modernism.ro, February 10, 2022
  3. 2022: “Preview, an Exhibition Dedicated to the Joy of Living,” Maura Anghel, Ziarul Evenimentul, February 11, 2022
  4. 2021: “Georgiana Macovei Exhibition – First Wave,” June 5 – June 18, 2021, Iasi365.ro
  5. 2021: “First Wave Painting Exhibition by Georgiana Macovei at Mihai Ursachi Cultural House,” Valentin Hutanu, Bună Ziua Iași, June 9, 2021
  6. 2021: Radio Iași – Art Show with Alex Aciobăniței, June 16, 2021