Diana Toma is an award-winning professional artist known for her expressive watercolor and acrylic paintings, blending traditional techniques with a contemporary approach. With a Master’s degree in Fine Arts, she has been actively exhibiting her work since 1996, participating in over 100 international group exhibitions and 12 solo shows.
Her artwork has been featured in prestigious art publications, including Artist’s Magazine, American Artist, The Art of Watercolor, and, most notably, the cover of The Best of Acrylic in 2024. Recognized as a leading voice in the art community, Ms. Toma is frequently invited to serve on expert panels, such as “TechsmARTs” at The Contemporary and “The Business of Art” at the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs in Atlanta. She has also served as a juror for esteemed competitions, including the Artists of Georgia Exhibit at Carnegie Hall and the Fine Art Annual Competition at Arts Clayton Gallery.
Ms. Toma’s work has been commissioned by major brands, including HBO, HGTV, USTA, and RJTR, and her paintings have been acquired for public collections, such as the Fulton County library system and commercial spaces throughout the Atlanta metro area. In addition to her artistic practice, she is a dedicated educator, teaching adult painting classes at museums and art centers, where she encourages a fast, expressive, and intuitive painting approach.
Connect with her on social media @ArtByDianaToma
