Dominic Virtosu
Dominic-Petru Virtosu, born in Bucharest, Romania, in 1983, is a contemporary artist whose journey reflects a commitment to artistic excellence and a fusion of diverse influences. His formal artistic education commenced with a Bachelor's degree in painting in 2006, under the guidance of the renowned Romanian artist Florin Ciubotaru. He further honed his skills with a Master's degree in 2013, studying under Professor Catalin Balescu at the Bucharest National University of Arts. As part of his academic journey, Virtosu also spent a transformative semester as an Erasmus exchange student at the esteemed Hochschule fur Grafik und Buchkunst in Leipzig, where Professor Annette Schroter left an indelible mark on his understanding of style and color.
Despite a decade of employment in Romania's tourism and audio-visual industry, he continued to evolve as an artist. The works created between 2009 and 2013, during his tenure at the largest private television conglomerate in Romania, bear witness to his dedication to questioning societal norms and consumerist tendencies.
Post-2013, Virtosu's focus shifted towards reconciling the paradox between image representation and pure painting, a critical juncture in his artistic development. His distinctive style emerged from the synthesis of these two directions, resulting in an organic and vibrant blend where color and subject matter seamlessly converge, producing exceptionally powerful images. Each work becomes a unique journey, demanding its own technical solutions, as plein-air and fantastical works harmoniously unite under a unified stylistic approach.
Dominic-Petru Virtosu's French heritage has played a significant role in shaping his artistic sensibilities. His periodic sojourns to Paris during his formative years provided access to the city's most influential museums and exhibitions, sparking his curiosity and refining his artistic perspective. His French legacy and fluency in the language facilitated his enrollment at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Tourcoing in France, where he pursued art-teaching studies from 2017 to 2018. Subsequently, he transitioned into the role of a painting professor at the same institution, a position he continues to hold with distinction.
Virtosu's journey is characterized by a synthesis of diverse influences, disciplined craftsmanship, and an unwavering commitment to artistic exploration. His unique approach to merging representation and abstraction, coupled with a rich cultural heritage, positions him as a notable figure in the contemporary art landscape.
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Muchness • 20 artworks
View allRanging from horses to characters and visually intriguing landscape, Muchness is also a collection of moments in the painters' development. Honing in his skill with each work, Virtosu challenges himself to make ever more eyebrow-raising and mysterious works.
Charcoal Drawings on Paper • 1 artwork
View allCharcoal is a natural medium for making art, it might even be one of the first techniques to have ever been used to create and represent an interpretation of reality.
Dominic Virtosu's "Charcoal" Series brings to life exciting views of both fantastic and natural landscapes. The gifted hand of the experienced artist is crafting light and shadow naturally on the surface of the paper.
All works can be framed upon request. Charcoal drawing is a sensitive technique that necessitates a layer of protective fixative to hold the charcoal in place on the paper.
Spike up your Life • 18 artworks
View allAll paintings are meticulously crafted to exacting standards. The spikes almost sting as their shadow is projected onto the exhuberantly colored plants. In this collection, the artist explores a new dimension of Photorealism - photofantasy.
Dominic Virtosu
Oil on Canvas | 59.1x59.1 in
Fantasmism • 18 artworks
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Oil on Canvas | 66.9x63 in
Dominic Virtosu
Oil on Canvas | 59.1x59.1 in
Chlorophyll (Secret Garden) • 23 artworks
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Oil on Canvas | 39.4x39.4 in
Dominic Virtosu
Oil on Canvas | 51.2x39.4 in
Sold Artworks • 23 artworks
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Biography
Dominic-Petru Virtosu, born in Bucharest, Romania, in 1983, is a contemporary artist whose journey reflects a commitment to artistic excellence and a fusion of diverse influences. His formal artistic education commenced with a Bachelor's degree in painting in 2006, under the guidance of the renowned Romanian artist Florin Ciubotaru. He further honed his skills with a Master's degree in 2013, studying under Professor Catalin Balescu at the Bucharest National University of Arts. As part of his academic journey, Virtosu also spent a transformative semester as an Erasmus exchange student at the esteemed Hochschule fur Grafik und Buchkunst in Leipzig, where Professor Annette Schroter left an indelible mark on his understanding of style and color.
Despite a decade of employment in Romania's tourism and audio-visual industry, he continued to evolve as an artist. The works created between 2009 and 2013, during his tenure at the largest private television conglomerate in Romania, bear witness to his dedication to questioning societal norms and consumerist tendencies.
Post-2013, Virtosu's focus shifted towards reconciling the paradox between image representation and pure painting, a critical juncture in his artistic development. His distinctive style emerged from the synthesis of these two directions, resulting in an organic and vibrant blend where color and subject matter seamlessly converge, producing exceptionally powerful images. Each work becomes a unique journey, demanding its own technical solutions, as plein-air and fantastical works harmoniously unite under a unified stylistic approach.
Dominic-Petru Virtosu's French heritage has played a significant role in shaping his artistic sensibilities. His periodic sojourns to Paris during his formative years provided access to the city's most influential museums and exhibitions, sparking his curiosity and refining his artistic perspective. His French legacy and fluency in the language facilitated his enrollment at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Tourcoing in France, where he pursued art-teaching studies from 2017 to 2018. Subsequently, he transitioned into the role of a painting professor at the same institution, a position he continues to hold with distinction.
Virtosu's journey is characterized by a synthesis of diverse influences, disciplined craftsmanship, and an unwavering commitment to artistic exploration. His unique approach to merging representation and abstraction, coupled with a rich cultural heritage, positions him as a notable figure in the contemporary art landscape.
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Nationality:
ROMANIA
- Date of birth : 1983
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- Groups: Romanian Contemporary Artists

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This video shows the making-of process of the work titled "Subliminal Beauty" by Dominic Virtosu.
A Buddhist saying: “We each have spikes, coming out of us and going outwards. Some people have very long spikes – you cannot get close to them because they get irritated very quickly. Most people only have medium spikes. You can get close, but not very. Only a few people are so peaceful, so at ease, that they have NO spikes at all.”