"Patchwork" Painting

Roxane Pietro is a Swiss artist of Belgian and American descent whose multicultural heritage and global experiences are the cornerstone of her artistic expression. Holding triple nationalities, she was raised in Lausanne, Switzerland, where the lake and majestic Alps instilled in her a profound appreciation for nature's serenity and grandeur. Summers spent on California's sun-drenched beaches exposed her to the vibrant interplay of light and color, while the misty, introspective plains of Brussels deepened her emotional resonance with the landscapes she encountered. This blend of environments ignited a lifelong fascination with contrast and harmony.

With over two decades devoted to oil painting, Roxane Pietro has developed a signature style characterized by bold, expressive strokes, a wide array of vivid contrasting colors, and richly textured layers. Her medium of choice is oil paints, due to the depth and drama they bring to her pieces. She paints on the floor, table, easel - whatever feels most natural in the moment. She begins each canvas with a bright primer in inks or oils, followed by layer upon layer - usually spending weeks on a piece waiting for it to dry and mature. Her swift, almost urgent motions bring her to an almost meditative state.
Influenced by masters like Cezanne, Monet, Kandinsky, Hodler, O’Keefe, she embraces their fascination with light and movement while infusing her own contemporary twist. Water and natural elements frequently appear in her art, symbolizing life's profound serenity contrasted by the turmoil they can also deliver. As a consumer insights expert, she explores the subconscious desires and passions that drive us all. This understanding profoundly informs her art, as she seeks to evoke feelings of "bien-être" intertwined with the necessary excitement and intrigue that humans crave. Each piece is an experiential journey, inviting viewers to discover their own narratives within her vibrant canvases.

Only after a transformative summer at Parsons School of Design in New York City that solidified her passion for creating immersive visual experiences, has she decided to open up her art for the first time to the wider public through global galleries and exhibitions.  

Now dividing her time between the tranquil shores of Lake Geneva and the idyllic landscapes of the South of France, Roxane Pietro draws daily inspiration from her natural surroundings.