Mia Cugasi is a Houston-based artist whose oil paintings carry a dreamlike and spiritual essence, inviting viewers into worlds where reality and imagination intertwine.
Born in New Jersey and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Mia graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration from the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD) in Denver, where she developed her unique artistic voice through rigorous training in both traditional and contemporary techniques. Her education provided a foundation that she continues to build upon in her evolving practice.
Working primarily in oils, Mia creates original paintings that range from intimate small works to large-scale pieces. Each painting is a singular creation — no prints or reproductions are made, ensuring that every collector owns something truly unique.
Her process is rooted in intuition and meditation, allowing images and symbols to emerge organically. She builds layers of translucent glazes to achieve a luminous quality that evokes the ethereal nature of dreams and spiritual experiences. The result is paintings that invite contemplation and connection with something deeper.
Beyond her personal practice, Mia is passionate about teaching art and helping students discover their own creative voices. She believes in the transformative power of art to connect us with our inner landscapes and spiritual dimensions.
Mia works from her studio in Houston, Texas.