Amanda Roman
Freelance Artist and Art Instructor Chicago, IL
My work explores existence through the dual lens of observation and participation. I see myself as both a witness and an actor in the world, and my paintings are reflections of growth, physicality, change, femininity, and personal experience.
I always begin with observation. I’m drawn to organic forms—plants, bodies, natural structures—and focus on their shape and presence. As I study them, my mind drifts into thoughts of movement and connection. While I record what I see, I also reflect on my own experiences, translating them into marks and gestures that carry emotional resonance. These personal narratives become embedded in the canvas.
Nature is a driving force in my work. I'm compelled by the relational aspects found within it—how organic forms interact, overlap, and respond to one another. Through gestural, colorful marks, I aim to express truths about human coexistence. My paintings become visual metaphors—meditations on intimacy, connection, and the emotional landscapes of being human.
Ultimately, I hope the viewer feels something of what I feel: a sense of wonder, empathy, and a deeper awareness of the relationships that shape our lives.
Education
SUNY Purchase College
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Art
2007 – 2011 • Purchase, NY
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in visual arts,
concentration in drawing and painting.
Minor in Art history