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Event: Solo Show
Dates: 25 May 2023 - 10 Jun 2023
Dominic Virtosu was born in 1983 in Bucharest, Romania. Trained in painting at the National University of Arts in Bucharest, his early works focused on themes such as the consumerism of society and the concept of physical space.
Later, his work would delve deeper into the paradox between image and painting. His style evolved, merging these two directions into a vibrant, organic blend, where color and subject are unified, producing a dynamic amplification of the image’s potential.
Dominic Virtosu exhibits his works throughout Europe while also teaching painting as a professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Tourcoing. “I work within a playful ambiguity, with fictional situations and layered narratives, opening up the possibilities and contradictions of the content, but also the possibilities and contradictions of the practice itself,” he says.
While focusing primarily on painting, he often incorporates layered images and shapes into his pieces, creating unexpected dimensions.
Event: Confluence
Dates: 22 Oct 2022 - 15 Jan 2023
IMPULSE GALLERY is delighted to present the new group exhibition "Confluence" showcasing formal aesthetic dialogues between Annemarie Terlage, Zhuang Hong-yi, Dominic Virtosu, Christian Bolt, Claudia Limacher, Pieter Obels, Dylan Gebbia-Richards, Lu Luo, Robbert Fortgens, and Julian Voss-Andreae.
As a space for people to share their love for art, the exhibition is carefully curated in such a way that the curation forms a dialogue between the family of artists who all exhibited their works at Impulse Gallery throughout this year; offering them the opportunity to share each of their unique talents with art collectors and lovers in Lucerne and abroad.
New dreamlike paintings by Annemarie Terlage, renowned colourful flowerbeds by Zhuang Hong-yi, abstract works by Robbert Fortgens, and the interplaying sculptures by Julian Voss-Andreae amongst many others; experience it all at Impulse Gallery at Haldenstrasse 19 or via the viewing room.
Event: Debut Exhibition - Dominic Virtosu
Dates: 29 Jul 2022 - 20 Aug 2022
IMPULSE GALLERY is delighted to introduce the new representation of Dominic Virtosu in Lucerne, Switzerland. Dominic-Petru Virtosu was born in 1983 in Bucharest, Romania. He completed his formal artistic education with a license in painting in the class of renowned Romanian artist Florin Ciubotaru and a master's in 2013 at the Bucharest National University of Arts. Simultaneously, Virtosu also attended the prestigious Hochschule fur Grafik und Buchkunst in Leipzig as an exchange student where he was guided by the style and colour of Annette Schroter.
Virtosu's German education proved to be a founding element for his work ethic and discipline that led him to continuously develop his artistic practice over the years. At the same time, his French heritage also played a part in creating a strong connection to the cultural and artistic environment of Paris where the most relevant and prestigious museums of the time were readily accessible.
Virtosu's effort to questions his environ
Event: Co Existence
Dates: 14 Jan 2022 - 24 Feb 2022
The first international contemporary art exhibition "Coexistence" of Istanbul Atatürk Cultural Centre, organized by Tabularasa Transnational Art Platform, is now taking place, with participation of 20 artists from 10 different countries. The commonality of people's spiritual, intellectual, and behavioral processes forms the culture underlying the transformation of the "I" into the "we." While climate change/crime affects every living being, no other remedy can be considered other than adopting a "common world culture," that is, achieving coexistence. Art is also one of the most effective form of communication about environmental destruction. In this context, our exhibition poses the question, "Why should we coexist?"
Event: Sea of Flowers
Dates: 29 Sep 2019 - 18 Nov 2019
When was the last time you were true to yourself? How do you cope with fear? What brings you joy? Dare to let your emotions be expressed through the astonishing colors of flowers. Decide what to show when what's inside you becomes uncomfortable. Which color to use, for each and every one of your moods. Be your own Sea of Flowers. Dive into your thoughts. Bring your feelings to the surface. Prepare to be amazed starting on the 29th of September 2019 at noon at Dock Gallery (Veerhaven nr.4, Scheepvaartkwartier, Rotterdam).
The exhibition will showcase works by Zhuang Hong-Yi, David Belien, Daan Van Doorn, Miguel Chevalier and Dominic-Petru Virtosu and will be open Friday to Sunday 13:00-18:00 and by appointment till the 15th of November 2019.
Biography
"A Journey Through Surreal Realms"
My work is a vibrant fusion of contemporary pop culture and the limitless landscapes of the imagination. Through intricate digital collages and montages, I reconstruct the fabric of reality, weaving it into surreal dreamscapes that challenge perception and invite you to explore new dimensions of wonder. Each piece is an invitation to step beyond the ordinary, into a world where color, movement, and composition transcend the familiar and stir the soul.
I view it as my artistic duty to bring beauty to the world—beauty that is both awe-inspiring and transformative. My creations are designed to ignite a sense of amazement, to awaken the senses and provoke reflection. They are born from a deep desire to inspire and to captivate, to create moments of unexpected joy and discovery. Every detail is a carefully crafted element in a broader narrative that invites the viewer to see the world with fresh eyes, to engage with it in new, fantastical ways.
As an artist, I understand that the journey of sharing one’s work with the world is both challenging and exhilarating. It is a delicate act of vulnerability and connection. For this reason, I have chosen Artfinder as a platform—a space that supports the professional and artistic integrity of my practice while bringing my visions into the lives of those who seek to engage with them.
Let these works speak to you. Let them transform your space, and perhaps, for a fleeting moment, transform the way you see the world around you.
