Artist Statement:
I am Alexandra Romano, an artist living and working in Toronto, Canada. My passion is creating art with bold colour schemes, vibrant paintings that stand out as a focal point in any room, a conversation starter.
I am an abstract artist who enjoys the freedom of abstraction and the ability to explore impressionism and expressionism. My work is often inspired by nature, geometric elements, and the world around me. Acrylics and oils are among my favorite media, but I also enjoy using inks, spray paint, and other mediums.
While creating my paintings, I use an intuitive, natural approach.
In order to create interesting depth and a truly original design, I craftily use unorthodox tools and my signature techniques. Observing each piece come to life, layer by layer is my meditation. It is a joy to experiment and be present throughout the entire process.
Education:
Self-Taught Artist with an
Interior Decorating Diploma completed at Humber College in Toronto, Canada.
Awards & Distinctions:
(12/2016 - Present)
Artwork featured and sold on “1stDibs” and “Artsy” (online sales channels that feature luxury artworks)
Professional/Teaching Experience:
05/2016 – Present
Artist and Owner of www.alexandraromanoart.com
Original paintings sold and shipped worldwide directly from the artist, Alexandra Romano.
10/01/2016 – Live Painting Class (Pink Cherry Blossom Tree) Acrylic, Oakville Studios, Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
10/15/2016 – Nature Painting Class (Birch Trees) Acrylic, Oakville Studios, Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
Private Collections in Toronto, Canada
Private Collections in Tallahassee, Florida, United States
Private Collections in Saint Helena, California, United States
Private Collections in Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Private Collections in La Quinta, California, United States
Private Collections in Huntington Beach, California, United States
Private Collections in Southport, Maine, United States
Private Collections in Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Private Collections in London, England, United Kingdom
Private Collections in St Albans, England, United Kingdom
Private Collections in Île-de-France, Paris, France.
(List of private collections will be updated soon)
Exhibitions:
2019 - Solo Exhibition - Vivid Dreams by Alexandra Romano at "The Peach Gallery" Toronto
2017 - Group Exhibition, "Dirty Talk 005 - Art, Music, Fashion Event" Round Venue, Kensington Market,
2017 Group Exhibition, "VAM Visual Arts Mississauga", Riverwood, Mississauga
2016 Solo Exhibition, "BARE" Art & Fashion Event, Boho City, Richmond Street, Toronto
2016 Group Exhibition, "Dirty Talk 004 - Art, Music, Fashion Event" Round Venue, Kensington Market
11/04/2016 Group Exhibition, "Dirty Talk 003 - Art, Music, Fashion Event" Round Venue, Kensington Market, Toronto
10/29/2016 Live Painting Art Battle, Olive Harper Foundation Charity Event, Airship 37, Toronto Painting Sold (all proceeds went to Sick Kids, Emily's House & Gabriel's Gift children's charities)
10/04/2016 Group Exhibition, "Dirty Talk 002 - Art, Music, Fashion Event" Round Venue, Kensington Market, Toronto
07/27/2016 "AMP: Where Art Meets Philosophy Episode #13" Video Interview & Dialogue, Toronto Sculpture Garden
06/26/2016 Youth Day Creative Arts Festival, Live painting performance and artwork exhibited Gallery at Yonge-Dundas Square, Toronto.
Artistic Influences:
My dad. He always had a creative, artistic mind. I still have one beautiful piece we did when I was 10 years old. He taught me certain painting techniques and always inspired me to grow in sketching and painting for myself. He is an amazing artist, illustrator and is currently a graphic designer. To this day; we collaborate by sketching amazing furniture designs that we want to bring to life, and we still have creative brainstorming sessions. He has had a big impact on my life and is tremendously supportive of my passion to create. He specializes in impressionism, realism, illustrations, and graphic design. I was personally inspired by the abstract expressionism style because I love the freedom of abstraction, it's a cathartic release; allowing me to express my emotions at the time of creation.
Artist Tags:
contemporary art, abstract expressionism, original artworks, vibrant colorful art, one-of-a-kind paintings, expressive abstractions
