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Vera is a Moldovan painter based in the UK whose work is deeply influenced by the cultural landscapes she has moved through. As an immigrant, she draws inspiration from the places she has lived in and travelled across, observing and recording the memories formed through moments of cultural encounter and transition. Working primarily with oil and acrylic, Vera is largely self-taught in these mediums. She holds an MA in Art and Visual Culture from the University of Westminster.
Vera began creating art regularly in the summer of 2020, and since then she has continued to experiment with a variety of subjects and styles while developing her artistic voice. Her current practice explores socio-cultural themes through portraits, landscapes, still life, architecture and cultural symbols. These visual narratives often reflect her experiences of unrecognition, isolation and unsettlement as a minor cultural identity. Through her art, she seeks not only to document her own journey but also to bring visibility to Moldovan and Romanian culture - often overlooked within Western-dominated global discourse.
Exhibitions & Projects:
From 8 November to 6 December 2025, Vera's painting "Eye to Eye" is exhibited at Southwark Park Galleries in London.
From 11 June to 26 July 2025, Vera's painting "Sunflowers" was exhibited at Broadway Gallery in Letchworth Garden City.
In May 2025, two of Vera's paintings, "The Lake District" and "Autumn in Poland", were exhibited by the Hertford Art Society in Hertford.
From August 2nd to 11th, 2024, Vera's painting "Depression" was featured at the Candid Arts Trust in London as part of The Nude exhibition.
From 22 June to 29 September 2024, Vera's painting "Unspoken Stories" was part of the MK Calling 2024 exhibition at MK Gallery in Milton Keynes.
In December 2023, Vera's painting "The ambiguity of man’s power" was exhibited at no format Gallery, in London, as part of the Open Painting exhibition.
In December 2022, Vera's painting "Are We Still Alive?" was exhibited at no format Gallery, in London, as part of the Open Painting exhibition.
In April 2022, Vera's painting "The Eternal Peace" was exhibited at Artcor Center, in Chisinau, as part of an art project that aimed to support Ukrainian refugees in Moldova.
In August 2021, Vera participated in an art project that celebrated the 30th anniversary of Moldova’s independence. The artworks painted as part of this project allude to Moldova’s struggle against the Russian controlling power, whilst reflecting the influence of the Soviet culture on Moldova’s identity.
Work Experience:
Inclusion Assistant (2024 - Present): Assisting the Inclusion team at MK Gallery in ensuring the smooth delivery of art sessions for families with children who have special needs
Art Tutor (2022 - Present): Guiding children and teenagers in their creative journey through the Apprentus platform
Art Workshop Facilitator (2021 - Present): Leading art workshops for adults of all skill levels, from beginners to experienced participants
Painting Commissions (2020 - Present): Painting custom portraits, landscapes and other subjects upon commission
Art Education:
Advanced Portrait Painting Course at The Art Academy (2025)
MA Art and Visual Culture at the University of Westminster in London (2021 - 2022)
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