On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM, Golești Museum will open A Moment of Peace… (Clipa de pace…), a painting exhibition by Romanian artist Ion Mieiță, in the historic exhibition space of the Bolnița Marelui Ban Radu Golescu (the historic infirmary founded by Radu Golescu).
Born in 1964 in Argeș County, Romania, Ion Mieiță discovered his passion for painting at an early age, despite having limited access to artistic materials. His mother was the first to recognize and encourage his talent, buying him a sketchbook and a set of pencils.
Looking back on that formative moment, the artist recalls: “That experience has remained deeply etched in my memory, marking the modest beginning of all the years in which I would find myself returning, time and again, to the easel.”
Following his retirement, Ion Mieiță began exhibiting his work in several art exhibitions, including The Story of a Leaf (TDVArt Gallery by Mihai Ionescu, Bucharest), Intercultural Traditions (UArt Uzinexport Gallery, Bucharest), and Pitești Autumn (Pitești Cultural Centre, third edition). These exhibitions were coordinated by Mihaela Viorela Martin, an artist and cultural promoter, to whom Ion Mieiță expresses his sincere gratitude for her continued encouragement and involvement.
Nature lies at the heart of his artistic inspiration. From the vastness of the sky to the tranquillity of forests, flowing water, and the delicate beauty of flowers, his paintings reflect a profound appreciation for the natural world.
As the artist explains: “I find inspiration in nature, in everything it encompasses: the sky, the forest, and water. I love flowers and tend a small garden at home with great affection. I am someone who appreciates beauty, and through my paintings, I try to capture and express it as faithfully as I can. Although I have no formal education in fine arts and consider myself an amateur, I find genuine happiness standing before my easel, imagining new colours and forms. When a painting is finished, I gather my family around it so we can share our thoughts. Sometimes we decide to change certain details; other times, it simply becomes an opportunity to exchange ideas and appreciate beauty together. Each painting opens up new perspectives and gives us something meaningful to reflect upon. I would like a part of me to endure beyond my lifetime. I believe that, as we grow older, we begin to ask ourselves: What will I leave behind? For me, perhaps it will be a handful of paintings — reflections of who I was, what I felt, and what brought me happiness. And, if I were to sum it all up, I hope that what remains is… a moment of peace.”
The exhibition opening on November 11, 2026, will welcome Mihaela Viorela Martin, visual artist and cultural promoter, as a special guest.
Visitors are warmly invited to discover and admire more than 30 oil paintings on canvas, each offering a personal reflection on nature, beauty, memory, and the quiet moments that give life meaning.
Exhibition dates: November 11 – December 15, 2026
We look forward to welcoming you to an exhibition celebrating the enduring beauty of art and the simple yet profound gift of a moment of peace.
Text: Cristina Boțoghină, șef-secție Istorie Pedagogie
