About Catalina Novac
My paintings are a celebration of our search for joy—the art of happiness expressed through the kindest, most radiant pastel colors. Inspired by Self-Determination Theory (Edward Deci and Richard Ryan, 2000), they explore the three psychological needs essential for a healthy and fulfilling sense of well-being: autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
Each artwork represents the fulfillment of these needs, capturing moments of contentment and connection with fleeting beauty of souls, delicate hues. Through my palette of colors, I invite you to see with your beautiful heart, to discover moments of inner beauty and joy even in a life that does not always give us the happiness we seek—but that becomes perfect on canvas.