Laurentiu STROE is a contemporary visual artist based in Brașov, Romania, specializing in abstract expressionism painting. Born in 1987 he graduated from the "Nicolae Tonitza Art School" where he honed his foundation in fine arts. Although he initially ventured away from a professional art career, his love for painting eventually rekindled as a personal form of relaxation. Over time, this passion blossomed into an unyielding desire to express the depths of human emotion, culminating in his first abstract expressionist portraits. These works received recognition and praise from both critics and art enthusiasts alike. His approach to painting is an ongoing exploration of human emotion, a journey into the realms where reality and imagination merge. He work primarily with the impasto technique, building layers of texture and using bold lines, fluid brushstrokes, and expressive energy. Through these technique, he evoke a visceral experience, highlighting the interplay of colors and shapes. The contrast between the somber tones and the explosion of vibrant, textured colors conveys that, beyond fear, suffering, emotion, and pain, there is always beauty, hope, and life. Each brushstroke of the fluid, intense, and vibrant color mixture reflects a deep and authentic emotion, and through this connection between light and darkness, the artwork acquires a human, complex, and meaningful dimension. For Laurentiu STROE, art is more than just a visual experience—it is a form of connection. His artwork invites the viewers on a journey of reflection upon their own fears, suffering, and inner struggles. Each line rises from the canvas as a physical manifestation of an overwhelming emotion, breaking the dark monotony and adding a profound dimension to the art piece.
