Eugene Sterpu
Eugen Sterpu (nickname Gicu ) (born June 10, 1963 in Dămăşcani , Moldavian SSR ) is an Estonian artist. He lives and works in Tallinn , Estonia .
Studies
Eugen Sterpu studied from 1975 to 1981 at the Art Academy in Moldova and from 1981 to 1989 at the Eesti Riiklik Kunstiinstituut (since 1989 Eesti Kunstiakadeemia ). He specialized in sculpture. From 1984 to 1995 he taught at the Art School in Moldova. Sterpu speaks Romanian, Russian, Estonian and French.
technology
Sterpu invented a special and peculiar way of working with pastel colors. He draws on sandpaper using varnish. As a result, the colors are very strong and clear. A suitable passe-partout is used for each picture and this brings out the contrast and clarity of the colors in a nuanced manner. His training in sculpture deepened Sterpus' understanding of architecture and this is also evident in his works. This technique creates a three-dimensional impression when looking at his works. Opinions regarding his works vary. Some consider him a surrealist, others a postmodernist.
Exhibitions
Eugen Sterpu's works have been exhibited in Moldova, Romania, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Sweden and Russia.
membership
Eugen Sterpu is a member of Eesti Kunstnike Liit (Estonian Artists Association).
family
Eugen Sterpu was married to Viive Sterpu until her death .
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SURNAME | Sterpu, Eugene |
ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Gicu (nickname) |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Estonian artist |
DATE OF BIRTH | June 10, 1963 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Dămăşcani , Moldovan SSR |