Paula Segarra is a distinguished Spanish contemporary artist celebrated for her profound contributions to figurative and realism painting. With over 15 years of professional experience, her work masterfully explores the complexities of the human condition, capturing intimate moments of introspection and psychological depth. Segarra’s style is characterized by a sensitive handling of light and shadow, creating a powerful emotional resonance that invites viewers into the narrative of each canvas. Her art delves into themes of identity, vulnerability, and resilience, making her a compelling voice in modern figurative art.
Segarra’s artistic journey was formally shaped at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts, providing a strong technical foundation for her evolving practice. Her early career was marked by a series of compelling solo exhibitions in Valencia, such as “Drawing” (2009) and “The caress of the eye” (2011), which quickly established her as a significant emerging talent in the Spanish art scene. These foundational years were crucial in developing the distinct realist style and thematic focus that continue to define her portfolio today.
Throughout her career, Segarra has garnered significant recognition through numerous awards and accolades. She achieved First Prize at the XVI Desideri Lombarte Painting Competition in 2019 and Third Prize at the DESPIERTA Painting Competition in 2020. Her work is consistently shortlisted in major Spanish competitions, including the Martos Painting Award and the Sanvisens Painting Competition. A testament to her impact, her work has been acquired for the permanent Fine Arts Collection of the Museum of Cuenca, cementing her legacy within a public institution.
**Selected Exhibitions:**
* “Flying Free”, El Corte Inglés Exhibition Hall, Valencia (ES), 2024.
* “Estampa contemporary art fair”, Antoart Gallery, Madrid (ES), 2024.
* “Depictions” Group exhibition at Uxval Gochez gallery, Barcelona (ES), 2024.
* “Free-flowing” at Estampa, contemporary art fair, Madrid (ES), 2021.
* “Awakening. Woman, Art, and Identity”, Museum of Cuenca (ES), 2020.
* “Uncovered”, Centre d’Art l’Estació, Denia, Alicante (ES), 2020.
* “Vía Sur Festival”, Serón, Almería (ES), 2019.
* Art fair Málaga (ES), 2017.
* “Calor d’ivern” L’Arteria Gallery, Perpignan (FR), 2013.
* “The golden age of sacrifice”, L’Arteria Gallery, Valencia (ES), 2012.
Valencia
Valencia
La galería Blacklight se convierte 'Dreamland', un espacio entre la realidad y la fantasía
