Art and the impostor syndrome

This panel will explore the tension between authenticity and illusion in the contemporary art world.

The event will address the imposter syndrome, analyzing how it influences artists and the strategies through which the feeling of inadequacy can be overcome in a field where validation is ephemeral.

At the same time, the differences between authentic and profound talent, and success built exclusively through image and opportunism will be examined, putting into question the criteria by which artistic value is recognized today. Together with our guests, we will try to understand whether the imposter syndrome is just an internal struggle or an effect of an industry that oscillates between excellence and superficiality.

Guests to the panel:

Valentina Druțu – Visual Artist and Head of the Iași Art Museum – Palace of Culture
Dan Spînu – Composer and professor UNAGE Iași
Andrei Cozlac – Video Artist and Lecturer. UNAGE Iași
Dan Byron – Artist, byron
Moderator:
Patricia Roxana Brohanschi – Co-founder/ General Manager, Classix Festival/ Rocanotherworld

Entry to the event is free, and the discussion will be held in Romanian.

By participating in the event, participants agree to the use of photographic images and audio and video recordings for the purpose of promoting the festival’s activities.

Cultural project co-financed by The Administration of the National Cultural Fund.

The project does not necessarily represent the position of The Administration of the National Cultural Fund. AFCN is not responsible for the content of the project or how the results of the project may be used. These are entirely the responsibility of the beneficiary of the funding.