In the colourful world of paper, an old notebook of drawings and sketches signed by set designer Mihnea Mihăilescu sits silently, but with each page tells a chronicle of creativity.
Each ink blot and pencil mark has a story, and the twisted paper reveals moments of frustration or joy.
The notebook glows with authenticity and brings with it a nostalgic fragrance. It is more than just a collection of drawings and sketches; it is a timer of inspiration.
The notebook is much more than just a collection of drawings and sketches; it is a chronicle of inspiration, recording not only the final results but also the creative journey of the artist. Each sketch becomes a window into the thought process of the set designer, and every marginal note is a small foray into their inner world. Viewers are invited to explore this visual chronicle, to feel the emotions, and to discover the thoughts that have taken shape on the pages of this notebook. It is an intimate journey into the act of creation, where art becomes more than a final outcome – it transforms into a captivating and often emotional odyssey. Through the exhibition of this notebook, our aim is not merely to present a collection of drawings but to provide a deeper insight into the creative process. It is an invitation to explore the inner universe of an artist and to discover that each page of this notebook is a page in the expansive story of human creativity. – Mirona Radu, curator