Artist
Luciana M. Vulea
Luciana M. Vulea is a PhD student in Visual Arts and a university assistant at the University of Art and Design in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Living in a world of images, she draws inspiration from a broad range of imagery and artistic techniques – many of which she integrates into her own practice. As a doctoral student, Vulea’s research examines the insertion of virtuality into the contemporary imaginary. Her role as a university assistant involves teaching 2D and 3D animation to students. Vulea’s work also spans conservation – through the restoration of old photographs – as well as various curatorial activities.
Micro
The micro project started from my constant interest in simple things – micro acts that can become key moments. Simple events can, at any time, become moments of major importance – be it at the national or global level, or as representative symbols for cultural, economic or political situations. A single person without major influence can convey what a broader humanity feels through a captured moment in time. My images don’t prescribe meaning; I’d rather let each viewer find their own meaning or feeling as they interact with the photograph.
In alphabetical order, the five Photo Romania artists for the Futures project this year are: Claudiu Guraliuc, Cristina Gârleșteanu, Hajdu Tamas, Luiza Marinaș and Luciana Vulea.