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

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in visual arts,
concentration in drawing and painting.
Minor in Art history