About Catalina Novac
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Education
2001 - 2005
University of Rochester
Upcoming events
Event: Venice International Art Festival
Dates: 16 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2026
The 24th edition of the Venice International Art Fair 2026, organized by ITSLIQUID Group in collaboration with ACIT Venice: from April 17 to April 30, 2026.
Hosted at the historic 16th-century Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello and other prestigious Venetian venues, the exhibition brings together international artists across photography, painting, video art, sculpture, and performance, creating a vibrant and dynamic artistic dialogue in the heart of Venice.
Biography
I am an artist drawn to the exploration of happiness, joy, and well-being, expressed through gentle, radiant abstract paintings. Studying at the Art League in Old Town Alexandria under the abstract artist John Blee, alongside my background—a Ph.D. in social psychology from the University of Rochester, where I studied motivation and well-being—has shaped both the heart and motivation of my work.
Guided by Self-Determination Theory, my paintings celebrate autonomy, competence, and relatedness, inviting viewers to pause, feel connected, and experience quiet joy. I am inspired by Artfinder’s dedication to original art and meaningful connections, and I hope my work can bring warmth, light, and a touch of happiness into everyday spaces.
