Septimiu Căpăţînă
Septimiu Căpăţînă
Born in Constanța in 1970 , Septimiu Căpăţînă is a prominent figure in Romanian contemporary art. His artistic journey was forged at the Bucharest Academy of Art, where he graduated from the Mural Art Department in 1992 under the guidance of professors Ion Bitzan and Marilena Preda Sînc.
From the beginning of his career, he has cultivated a distinct artistic language, where the power of lyrical expressionism harmoniously meets echoes of international masters like Willem De Kooning, Wassily Kandinsky, and Zao Wou-Ki. This synthesis lends his works a rare conceptual and visual depth, establishing him among the most original contemporary Romanian artists.
His works have traveled far beyond the studio, being exhibited in prestigious galleries both in Romania and internationally and featured in auctions held by distinguished houses. His standing is also confirmed by the specialized platform Tudor-Art.com, which monitors the official art market in Romania.
Septimiu Căpăţînă’s art is defined by a distinct style that harmoniously blends the energy of lyrical expressionism with influences from international masters like Willem De Kooning and Wassily Kandinsky. This synthesis gives his works a unique visual and conceptual dimension. His art, while seemingly accessible, possesses "multiple meanings and the complexity of its deceptive simplicity," making it a subject of discussion "seulement pour les connaisseurs" (only for connoisseurs).
A member of the Romanian Union of Plastic Artists since 1997, Căpăţînă has a proven track record. His career is marked by numerous exhibitions in Romania and abroad, with presentations in art capitals like Venice, Rome, and Genoa. His works are sought after internationally, being included in private collections across Canada, France, Italy, and Switzerland.
Each painting is an exploration of profound themes , brought to life through vibrant chromatics and forceful brushstrokes. Many compositions are developed into series with encrypted messages, inviting continuous discovery. This artistic substance is matched by market recognition; his works have been featured in auctions by prestigious houses and are monitored on Tudor-Art.com, a key index for the official Romanian art market.
Septimiu Căpăţînă’s craftsmanship is anchored in his masterful use of acrylic on large-scale canvases. His approach is defined by an innovative technique that allows him to explore profound themes with visceral energy. The preference for large dimensions creates an immersive visual experience where the artist's physical gesture becomes a central part of the work itself. As a follower of lyrical expressionism, his technique is characterized by three core elements: energetic gesturalism, vibrant chromatics, and powerful, forceful brushstrokes. These are not just stylistic choices; they are the unique imprint of the artist on the canvas. This dynamic application of paint is consistently applied across his varied subjects, including portraits, nudes, and the complex compositions that form his series of paintings with encrypted messages. While renowned for his work in acrylics, Căpăţînă also demonstrates proficiency in traditional media.
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