5 Questions With Octavian Mielu
iCanvas artist Octavian Mielu creates neon pop art prints featuring cultural symbols and icons. Often including vibrant elements, he puts an electric spin on recognizable imagery.
Based in Bucharest, Romania, Octavian Mielu brings his own unique style to the reimagination of famous faces past and present. Highlighting specific elements in technicolor, he adds both dimension and symbolism to legendary figures. From museum classics with a twist to neon typography to favorite characters, his bold take on pop culture art is equal parts nostalgic, eye-catching and energizing.
We’re proud to offer Octavian Mielu’s work on iCanvas, and wanted to take a minute to introduce you to the human behind the art.
Keep reading to get a taste of what inspires his work, the style of music he creates to, and other artists he appreciates. You might be surprised to learn what you have in common!
Who are 5 of your current favorite artists, living or dead?
Retna, Daniel Arsham, Banksy, Murakami, Paul Rousso.
What band or musician would you listen to while creating your art?
None.
If you could master any other form of creative expression, what would it be?
I would say playing a musical instrument.
What is one person, one place, and one object that inspires you?
Nature in all forms.
What is something about you that others may be surprised to learn?
I get bored of a style and start seeking other ones.
Check out some of Octavian Mielu’s creations below, and click here to view his full iCanvas collection.
