Mihai Cotiga - Quiet little moment

This expressive oil painting captures an old man radiating serene joy, as if he's warmly welcoming color into his world. The portrait is imbued with striking textures, particularly in the face and hair, where thick, impasto layers emphasize his vibrant character and bring depth to his lively smile. The textured details of the hair make his expression even more pronounced, drawing the viewer’s eye immediately to his calm yet joyful presence.

In contrast, the man's garment is a visual symphony of color, structure, and controlled chaos, reflecting the richness of his personality. The bold, swirling patterns of his shirt add energy and movement to the piece, while the controlled strokes maintain a sense of harmony. This interplay between the calm, textured face and the dynamic, colorful clothing creates a balanced, yet captivating composition.

The painting is oil on canvas mounted on a wooden stretcher. It comes shipped very carefully in a box directly from Mihai Cotiga’s studio. The painting is hand signed on the back and it will come with a certificate of authenticity.

Mihai Mircea Cotiga is an artist originally from Turnu Măgurele, Romania, who now calls the lively city of Bucharest home. His artistic journey is all about pursuing curiosities to reach an intersection of many disciplines and create something new in painting. He seamlessly blends art history, photography manipulation, and AI to explore the boundless possibilities of oil painting.

Holding a Master's in Architecture from the University “Spiru Haret” in Bucharest, Romania, he possesses a unique perspective that connects architecture and art in interesting ways. His creativity is a mix of influences, blending the threads of art history with the fabric of everyday life. He paints portraits, especially of older individuals, in a dreamy and surreal style.

He mainly uses oil paint in his art because it is a medium with a historic quality, power, and depth. His art has found its way into private collections worldwide, extending its impact beyond personal expression.

Exhibitions:
2024 - Group show - Fluiditati ale formei (Culturama festival) - Brasov, Romania - July-August
2023 - Group show - Figures 2023 - CICA Museum - Gimpo, South Korea - August-September
2021 - Group show - Fusion Arts Fair 2021 - Bucharest, Romania - June
2018 - Group show - Singular-Art, Nijmegen, Netherlands - May-September
2016 - Personal exhibition - University "Spiru Haret" - March-April
2013 - Personal exhibition - Museum of Bucharest - November

If you want to see more paintings, here is a link to the artist's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mihaicotigapaints/ or @mihaicotigapaints