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Măric is a painter is in the naive style, of which he is one of
Romania's leading exponents. His work sometimes depicts scenes from proverbs and fairy tales, in compositions deeply rooted in Romanian peasant life. His pictures frequently show carnivalesque scenes of play and festivities, centred
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period, Măric was able to work without impediment. His chosen field, naive art, was supported by the regime, who viewed it as celebratory of the indigenous national
Romanian peasant culture, and as such in keeping with the nationalist aspects of their ideology. His work was displayed at the
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Măric has devised his own colour and measurement rules, employing rich bright dyes and often comically grotesque and asymmetrical figures. Alongside the colour, he makes use of thick confident brushstrokes in black and white.
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Măric‘s success continued in the post-Communist era; he was frequently awarded prizes, with one, in 1999, commending him "for the remarkable manner of reflecting through naïve art the
Romanian peasant’s spirituality."
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around moments of social gathering and joy. The paintings are characterised by a vivacious and exuberant use of colour, creating a sense of optimism.
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As of 2023, more than 200 solo exhibitions of his work had been held, and his work had been displayed in over 2,000 collective exhibitions.
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From 2006, Măric participated in a range of national and international exhibitions, including the
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