Alexandra Nechita is a cubism artist and muralist who was inspired at a very young age by Pablo Picasso.

Nechita's father, Niki, fled Romania in 1985. Two years later, she and her mother Viorica relocated to California where they were reunited with Niki. Pierside Gallery: Portrait of an Artist

Nechita began painting with acrylics and oils at the age of seven. Her first exhibit was held at a Los Angeles public library when she was eight years old.

By the time Nechita was nine years old she had over 250 pieces in her collection. Now in her 20s, she has earned the nickname "Petite Picasso" and uses her talents to promote world peace and other causes. CNN: Alexandra Nechita