I’m Sara Hokolis Anin, a multidisciplinary visual artist specialized in art conservation and restoration, with a strong focus on precise, story-driven illustration. My academic training in academic drawing and painting, Byzantine iconography, and the study of form, anatomy, light, and materials supports the way I observe artworks in depth—translating that careful study into both traditional and digital visual work. I work comfortably across editorial, educational, scientific, and commercial illustration, always prioritizing accuracy, visual storytelling, and professional execution. In parallel, I actively restore and conserve cultural heritage, combining historical technique knowledge with surface analysis and careful documentation. I’m proficient in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Canva, and I enjoy creating detailed imagery that bridges classic craftsmanship with contemporary design workflows.…

Sara Hokolis Anin (or Sarah Alongsid)

I’m Sara Hokolis Anin, a multidisciplinary visual artist specialized in art conservation and restoration, with a strong focus on precise, story-driven illustration. My academic training in academic drawing and painting, Byzantine iconography, and the study of form, anatomy, light, and materials supports the way I observe artworks in depth—translating that careful study into both traditional and digital visual work. I work comfortably across editorial, educational, scientific, and commercial illustration, always prioritizing accuracy, visual storytelling, and professional execution. In parallel, I actively restore and conserve cultural heritage, combining historical technique knowledge with surface analysis and careful documentation. I’m proficient in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Canva, and I enjoy creating detailed imagery that bridges classic craftsmanship with contemporary design workflows.…

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I’m Sara Hokolis Anin, a multidisciplinary visual artist specialized in art conservation and restoration, with a strong focus on precise, story-driven illustration. My academic training in academic drawing and painting, Byzantine iconography, and the study of form, anatomy, light, and materials supports the way I observe artworks in depth—translating that careful study into both traditional and digital visual work.

I work comfortably across editorial, educational, scientific, and commercial illustration, always prioritizing accuracy, visual storytelling, and professional execution. In parallel, I actively restore and conserve cultural heritage, combining historical technique knowledge with surface analysis and careful documentation. I’m proficient in Procreate, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and Canva, and I enjoy creating detailed imagery that bridges classic craftsmanship with contemporary design workflows.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Beginner
Romanian, Moldavian, Moldovan
Fluent

Work Experience

Researcher at National Institute of Research and Development in Optoelectronics INOE 2000
October 13, 2025 - June 1, 2026
Non-Invasive Analysis Research Methods of Art
Conservator and Restorer at Core’s Art
September 1, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Worked as a conservator and restorer, participating in conservation/restoration activities and supporting the care of artworks and heritage pieces through appropriate handling and restoration workflows.
Conservator and Restorer at Cores Art
September 1, 2024 - March 30, 2025
Conservation–Restoration Workshop – Casa Medievală Fronius Medieval Citadel of Sighișoara
Conservator and Restorer at National Museum of Art
May 3, 2024 - October 5, 2025
Worked on conservation-restoration tasks within a museum environment, supporting preservation activities and applying appropriate conservation approaches to historical works.
Conservator and Restorer (Workshop) at Casa Medievală Froinius (Medieval Citadel of Sighișoara)
May 3, 2024 - October 5, 2025
Conservation-restoration workshop participation focused on hands-on heritage conservation practice within a historic context, including techniques and procedures relevant to preserving historical surfaces and materials.
Conservator and Restorer at National Museum of Art
May 3, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Historical Wooden Surface Research
Researcher - Non-invasive analysis (Art Accounts Payable Dispute Analyst) at INOE 2000 / Genpact
October 13, 2022 - June 1, 2023
In roles combining research and non-invasive analysis methods of art, and separate professional experience in accounts payable dispute analysis: managed voice and vendor reconciliations (SAP), performed financial data and discrepancy analysis, ensured compliance with internal financial procedures, and maintained audit-ready documentation and reporting while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
Freelancing Art Artist and Art Conservator and Restorer
August 1, 2021 - Present
Freelance work as an art artist together with conservation and restoration practice, focused on careful observation, accurate documentation, and restoring artworks while respecting their historical materials and techniques. Works across both traditional and digital illustration outputs, translating restoration observation into highly detailed visual renderings and educational/visual communication pieces.
Freelancing Artist and Art Conservator and Restorer at Personal
August 1, 2021 - Present
Accounts Payable Dispute Analyst at Genpact
January 1, 2019 - July 16, 2020
• Managed invoice disputes & vendor reconciliations (SAP) • Performed financial data & discrepancy analysis • Ensured compliance with internal financial procedures • Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders • Maintained audit-ready documentation & reporting
Assistant Manager at Sufragia
January 1, 2018 - October 23, 2020
Coordinated daily operations and staff scheduling; supervised financial records and cashflow monitoring; managed supplier relationships and administration; resolved client escalations in high-pressure settings.
Assistant Manager at Sufrageria
January 1, 2018 - October 23, 2020
• Coordinated daily operations & staff scheduling • Supervised financial records & cash flow monitoring • Managed supplier relationships & admin documentation • Resolved client escalations in high-pressure settings
Legal Practice & Internship (Intern) at Cabinet Av. B. Andrei Marian
September 15, 2015 - June 15, 2019
Drafted legal documents and official correspondence, conducted legislative research and contract analysis, monitored procedural deadlines, and handled confidential case files.
Legal Practice & Internship at Cabinet Av. B. Andrei Marian
September 15, 2015 - June 15, 2019
• Drafted legal documents & official correspondence • Conducted legislative research & contract analysis • Monitored procedural deadlines • Managed confidential case files

Education

Bachelors in Conservation and Restoration of Art at National University of Arts - Bucharest - UNARTE
October 15, 2020 - June 30, 2023
Bachelors in Law at UNIBUC
September 15, 2016 - June 15, 2020
Bachelor’s degree in Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage at National University of Arts - Bucharest (UNARTE)
October 15, 2020 - June 30, 2023
Bachelor’s degree in Law at UNIBUC
September 15, 2016 - June 15, 2020

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Education, Gaming, Non-Profit Organization, Retail, Professional Services, Other
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    Once upon a time in Hollywood - cinema scene
    Margot Robbie as Sharon Tate done in Gouache and Tempera gouache painting illustrator…
    Citric squeezer
    Transforming a familiar kitchen tool into the focal point of the composition, this painting highlights the elegance of mechanical design. Rich textures, balanced lighting, and harmonious color contrasts celebrate the aesthetic qualities of everyday objects through realistic acrylic painting.…
    Form, emotion and space
    An abstract acrylic painting exploring the fluidity of the human form through layered brushwork and a cool palette of blues and violets. Soft transitions of light and shadow create an atmospheric composition that evokes introspection, movement, and emotional depth. acrylic painting chagal…
    Academic Graphite still nature
    Academic graphite still life drawing using tonal rendering, chiaroscuro, observational drawing, and realistic texture studies.…
    Materiality
    Academic graphite still nature - pencil on Arches paper stillnature pencil chiaroscuro gradation…