

Monica Rus
Born: 1969
Hometown: Constanta
Based in: Constanta
Born: 1969
Hometown: Constanta
Based in: Constanta
Monica Rus is a psychotherapist and artist who works and lives in Constanta, Romania.
``My work is a continuous research for my own, intimate and inner truth. The creative process is encouraged by states of mindfulness, dreaming and fantasy, which help me to find the most appropriate and personal plastic language. I don't have a special style, but I am very attracted to color field and abstract expressionism. The textures of nature, the landscapes and the human emotions are what also inspire me and offer me a lot of joy.``
What inspires you?
The beauty of nature with its amazing patterns and human emotions
Describe your creative process.
A creative journey full of flowing energy, with unexpected but controlled immersions in colors.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
Intuitive, meditative, colorful
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Caspar David Friedrich, Helen Frankenthaler, Callum Innes
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Conventional tools like bruches and pallete knives, but olso unconventional as sponges or spatuleas
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Follow your calling for painting and paint every day what you love and makes you feel good.
Where do you go for inspiration?
Nature is an infinite place for inspiration and I love to listen to music.
Education
Master of Arts Ovidius University of Constanta
Romania, 2020