All artworks by Ioana Baltan
Recognition
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The artist studied the arts through his academic studies
Biography
Ioana Baltan, a contemporary Romanian artist currently based in the UK, channels her vibrant energy into a compelling exploration of societal issues, particularly focusing on mental disabilities, poverty, and homelessness. Born in 1993, Ioana is a dedicated full-time visual artist who has harnessed her artistic prowess to shed light on the marginalized and often overlooked aspects of human experience.
Ioana's artistic journey began with a solid foundation in academic training. In 2017, she earned her Master's degree in Contemporary Techniques in Painting cum laude from the National University of Arts in Bucharest, Romania. Subsequently, she honed her skills through a scholarship at the prestigious Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera in Milan, Italy.
The magnetic pull of the artistic scene in London drew Ioana to the Beaconsfield Contemporary Art, where she immersed herself in the city's creative vibrancy. In 2018, fueled by a desire for deeper artistic exploration, she made the courageous decision to relocate to London, making it her new home.
Over the past five years, Ioana Baltan has mastered the craft of large-scale paintings that serve as a figurative expression of profound ideas related to mental health, dreams, and myths. Her artistic process is deeply rooted in empathy, as she engages with homeless individuals to understand and vividly translate their daily struggles onto the canvas.
Driven by a personal experience involving a traumatic psychotic event within her own family, Ioana sought a deeper understanding of mental health. She obtained permission to visit the Obregia Mental Illness Institute in Bucharest, where she immersed herself in the environment, capturing firsthand the experiences and struggles of those within.
Currently, Ioana continues to enrich her understanding of the human psyche, drawing inspiration from dreams, hypnotic trance, and narratives surrounding human origins. Her works incorporate elements from her own life as a young expatriate woman, creating a tapestry that intertwines personal experiences with universal themes.
Ioana's artistic technique is a testament to her innovation and commitment. She combines oil painting with unconventional pigments such as neon, gold, and shimmer tones, along with collages and spray paint on linen or canvas support. The resulting aesthetic seamlessly blends classic elements with bold brush strokes, gradients, lines, transparencies, and patterns.
As a zestful and committed artist, Ioana Baltan's work serves as a powerful commentary on the human condition, provoking thought and encouraging dialogue about the often unspoken aspects of society. Her unique approach and dedication to social consciousness through art position her as a noteworthy figure in the contemporary art scene.
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Nationality:
ROMANIA
- Date of birth : unknown date
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- Groups: Romanian Contemporary Artists Artists presented by a gallery
