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Self-portraits offer more than just a likeness of the artist; they are powerful narratives that reveal the evolving relationship between creators and their art, they document personal and cultural histories, bridging the gap between the artist’s world and ours. Through self-portraits, artists confront their mortality, celebrate their achievements, and question their place in the universe. They freeze a memory in time, reminding us that art is not just a visual experience but a deeply human one, rooted in the timeless desire to understand and express the self.

As viewers, you are invited to engage with these intimate works, finding reflections of  own struggles and aspirations and encourages introspection, asking:

how much of ourselves do we reveal, and how much do we choose to keep in shadow?

A Legacy That Endures

As I reflect on those early days, I am struck by the lasting impact the Robescu House and the Galați Pupils' Club had on me. It was here, within those historical walls, that I first learned to express myself through art, to navigate the delicate balance between tradition and innovation. Even now, as I pursue sustainable art in my professional life, the lessons I learned in Galați — the importance of roots, tradition, and the courage to create in the face of adversity — continue to shape my work.

The Robescu House still stands, 127 years strong, a silent witness to generations of young artists who, like me, found their voice within its walls. And though the world around it has changed dramatically, it remains a symbol of creativity, resilience, and the enduring power of art to transcend time and circumstance.

In the grey world of communist Romania, the bright colors of our paintings were a reminder that, even in the darkest times, art has the power to illuminate and transform.