About Eugenia Balan
Eugenia creates art for those who feel disconnected from their true selves, offering them a path to rediscover their inner beauty and live more meaningful lives. Using mixed-media techniques and working in layers, her art reflects the journey of rediscovering our true selves—each layer a step closer to embracing authenticity and uncovering who we truly are.
The Artist's Journey
Eugenia makes art that unveils the beautiful light and inner beauty each person carries within. She believes that deep down, every single person has a special kind of beauty and a bright light—a quiet wisdom that knows who they are meant to be and the meaning their life holds for the world.
Growing up, Eugenia often felt constrained by rules and expectations about how she should be to fit in or belong. These standards didn't always align with the person she was on the inside, leaving her feeling lonely and misunderstood. But there was always a strong feeling inside her, a little voice saying, "Keep going, you will find your own way." During a transformative period of time, she stepped away from old ideas and began to see and trust that inner voice.
"That journey showed me how important it is to follow that inner light, because it leads you to your inner beauty. And coming close to your inner beauty means coming closer to yourself and who you really are."
The Art She Creates
Because finding that inner light and beauty means so much to her, Eugenia tries to show that feeling in her art. Sometimes staircases appear in her abstract paintings—they come from inside and lead towards the light, like finding your way forward. Other times, you'll see the glow of the sun, a symbol of your own inner light guiding you toward your soul's deepest truth. Her art invites viewers to pause and reflect on what truly matters: being your real self, following that inner pull, and staying connected to the deepest calling within you.
"That little voice speaking to you, I believe, is God inside you, calling you to yourself, to who you really are," she claims.
Beyond the Studio
When she's not in her studio, Eugenia can often be found outside, hiking, walking, or traveling. Being close to nature helps her feel closer to God and to herself. She also loves to write, a special gift she received from her father. When feeling wobbly or overwhelmed, she stops, takes a breath, and does simple things that make her heart happy: spending time with favorite people, getting lost in a good book, or enjoying cooking, baking, and trying yummy foods from different places and cultures.
Mission & Vision
Mission: Eugenia makes art for people who are afraid to be themselves so they can unveil their inner beauty and live a meaningful life.
Vision for the World: A world where everyone has the courage to show their beautiful inner light and live the fulfilling, meaningful life they were meant to live.
Vision for the Art: To deeply move viewers, inspiring them to embrace their authenticity and courageously follow their inner calling, ultimately leading them to the fulfilling lives they are meant to live.