I have been fascinated by the beauty and structural elegance of nature for many years. As a child growing up in Poland, I developed a strong connection to my environment. I first started to examine natural forms as I collected shells and bits of amber on a Baltic beach, and picked wild mushrooms and berries in the forest with my family. The colors, smells, and textures of those places became so deeply engrained in my memory that even their slightest reminder still triggers my imagination, and evokes images.
After receiving a traditional art training at Boston University’s College of Fine Arts, I set out to investigate painting issues on my own. My interest in nature developed into a desire to study it and manifest its magnificence through art. I became most involved in finding similarities between the microcosm and the macrocosm, and depicting their precise and abstract aspects. The unifying theme in my work is the portrayal of subjects that often go unnoticed and of situations and points of view that cannot be seen under ordinary circumstances.
The experience of pregnancy and the births of my sons have deepened my fascination with nature as I have been witnessing the development of new persons first hand. Seeing my children's curiosity and ability to observe inspires me to do the same. I also realize that many aspects of the human reality have become bleak, and I want to show that nature’s creations surpass what we manufacture. My paintings represent that, which has made my life fulfilling.
Through my work I cultivate my mind's relationship with nature. My paintings connect me to my past that began in Poland, ground me in the present, and keep me hopeful about the futureFor four years I studied traditional painting techniques and subject matter. I recognized the importance of the human figure, yet became far more inspired by other areas of life. As I was drawn towards something that did not intrinsically carry an emotional connotation, my attention shifted to biological and botanical forms. Exploring the similarities between microcosm and macrocosm, and seeing their intricacies put my existence into a perspective. My mundane concerns dissolved into a feeling of insignificance, which ultimately developed into a profound sense of reverence. I was left with the gift of observation and the ability to reflect what I see into object form. As I continue my artistic growth, I hope to have a positive impact on others by showing the beauty of the world instead of pointing out its ugliness. I believe that connecting to one’s environment can be very empowering and reassuring. .
