SerArte, module II - 8 presentations on modern and contemporary art

Valentin Boiangiu is an art professor, artist, curator, cultural manager and founder of the DalgArt project. With extensive experience in the UK and Moscow, his work weaves together artistic practice, education, and the organization of cultural events.

He studied Fine Art and Art Pedagogy at Bradford University, Leeds Metropolitan University, and Huddersfield University. Over the course of his career, he has exhibited in Romania, the UK, and Moscow, with his works featured in various private collections.

As a Fine Art lecturer, he has mentored students who have gone on to pursue academic paths at some of Europe’s most prestigious universities.

Known for his interactive and analytical approach, Valentin’s teaching style emphasizes open discussion in a setting that encourages critical thinking and deep reflection on each topic explored.

• “Valentin Boiangiu is, without exaggeration, the most significant mentor in my life. He instilled in me a love for contemporary art and provided the essential contextual and practical foundation that every aspiring artist needs. His approach not only helped me understand how everything works but also allowed me to preserve my own identity as an artist. Even after completing my studies, he remained the only person I turned to for advice and I still do to this day. If you have the opportunity to learn from him, I am truly happy for you-You are on the right path.”

    Elizaveta Filips Contemporary artist, painter, Paris

• Val was always a very encouraging tutor, who allowed me to push myself and experiment with new ideas. Working with him opened up new ways of working, that I might not have thought of otherwise. He definitely identified my strengths and gave me the confidence to pursue my art practice.

Olivia Turner,  Edinburgh College of Art, freelance fine artist, Scotland

•   “Valentin was my fine art tutor in 2022 and taught me contextual studies. His role in providing context for my practice had the wonderful side effect of sparking a deep love for art. His lectures were critically structured yet clearly delivered, and had an infectious energy that kept all of us engaged . He had an ability to foster meaningful discussions, which encouraged each of us to approach our work with a more nuanced perspective.

• His impact on my artistic development has been critical, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have had him as a teacher.”

Mikhail Plekhanov , Goldsmith College, London

• “Val was an inspirational tutor / mentor to me through his humble approach, insane contextual knowledge and unmatched generosity.”

Nicki-Joe Baxter, freelance artist and art teacher, Leeds, England