Adriana Serban

On view | Dec. 27, 2024 – March. 28, 2025

Reception | Jan. 27 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM

The world around me is a tapestry of inspiration—birds, cats, puppies, foxes, butterflies, trees, drifting clouds, and the joyous play of children. My paintings transform these everyday sights into emotional landscapes, expressed through vivid colors and organic forms. Light is a defining feature of my work, an element I’ve come to embrace as my signature. Its interplay within my compositions adds depth and evokes a sense of quiet wonder.

I focus on subjects that cultivate serenity and warmth, weaving together themes of childhood, family, and friendship. These heartfelt memories and emotions are often wrapped in a dreamy haze, with whimsical details that enhance the poetic essence of each piece. My goal is to invite viewers into a world where nostalgia and imagination converge, offering moments of peace, joy, and connection.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Adriana Serban | Born in a small town along the Danube River in Romania, Adriana Serban discovered her passion for art as a child, finding solace and inspiration in books and visits to her local art gallery. As an adult, she pursued a career in nursing, working in hospitals across Europe before moving to the United States, where she dedicated over 20 years to the medical field. Throughout her career, Adriana channeled her experiences—both joyful and challenging—into her art, using painting as an emotional outlet and creative expression.

Adriana’s artistic style has evolved over the years, culminating in a unique blend of impressionism and realism that reflects her personal and professional journey. She primarily works with oil on canvas and often combines acrylics and oils on wood, creating textured, dynamic pieces. A self-taught artist, Adriana has continually honed her craft, leveraging online resources, instructional classes, and hands-on experimentation to explore new techniques and materials.

In 2022, Adriana retired from nursing to fully embrace her artistic career. That same year, she published and illustrated her book,

*Tapestry* (Westbow Press), further showcasing her creative versatility. Signing her artwork as “Capitandra,” Adriana is currently preparing a new collection for a Spring exhibition while engaging with the art world both locally and internationally.

Her recent achievements include having her work digitally exhibited at Agnes Gallery in Paris through Artboxy and participating in a Christmas event at Thomson Gallery in Zug, Switzerland. Locally, she has become an active member of the Long Island art community, contributing to events such as “Small Canvas, Big Impact,” artists’ festivals, and

exhibitions at libraries, restaurants, and other public venues.

Adriana’s art is available to view and purchase online at:

@Capitandra | [ArtPal](https://www.artpal.com/Capitandra23)

[Fine Art America](https://www.fineartamerica.com), listed under Adriana Serban.

With a deep commitment to her craft and a growing presence in the art world, Adriana Serban continues to transform her life experiences into captivating visual stories.. 

To purchase works on view please contact [email protected]