Version 1 Drawing inspiration from masters such as Rembrandt and Caravaggio, and a lineage ofesteemed Polish artists including Matejko, Malczewski, Wyspiański, Witkacy, to Beksiński, my work forms a bridge between the old and the new, the traditional and the modern, initiating an intimate dialogue with...
"Dreamscapes," navigates the enigmatic realm of dreams and their profound relevance to my cultural heritage. Harnessing an array of artistic mediums such as experimental film, installations, digital photography, and etchings, the ambition is to render the ethereal aspects of dreams into palpable forms. It serves...
During my latest solo exhibition, a critic asked a question that would lead me on a journey of exploration and discovery. 'Why the strong emphasis on hair?' This question stirred my curiosity, making me realise that my intuitive focus on hair needed to be understood...
Kaixuan Feng is an established Chinese artist who is recognized for her striking representations of the human body and her versatility across multiple mediums including photography, textile work, calligraphy, and painting. Her works are often marked by themes of power, movement, and humanity.One of Feng's...
Krystyna Piotrowska, a prominent figure in Polish artistry, has carved an illustrious niche for herself within the realm of visual arts, exploring an intriguing array of mediums and themes. Among her focal themes is the exploration of hair as a cultural and symbolic entity. This post...
Hair, a universal human feature, has held a significant symbolic role in various mythologies and cultural traditions across the globe. This article investigates the meaning and importance of hair in European and worldwide mythology, with a particular emphasis on Poland, as well as the significance...
Hair, a universal human feature, has held a significant symbolic role in various mythologies and cultural traditions across the globe. This article investigates the meaning and importance of hair in European and worldwide mythology, as well as the significance of hair in representing feminine power...
Kiki Smith, a celebrated contemporary artist, is renowned for her evocative works that often explore the human condition through bodily forms and symbolism. This paper will delve into the recurrent use of hair in Smith’s works, analysing its representation, symbolism, and the artist's unique approach...
Kerry Howley, a contemporary British artist, is renowned for her distinctive and innovative use of unconventional materials in her work. One of her most celebrated pieces, "Attraction/Aversion" (2011), dramatically employs hair as the primary medium, offering a fascinating exploration of attraction and repulsion in the...
Mona Hatoum, a Palestinian artist born in Lebanon, has come to prominence for her provocative and poignant works that traverse the complexities of identity, home, and displacement. A recurrent theme in Hatoum's work is the use of hair, an intimate and universally understood material, lending...