MY STORY
HI,I'M MONIKA
I'm an artist and graphic designer from Poland. In my work, I focus on a combination of contrasting, metallic colors with a subtle, gray background and the dynamics of splashing paint. These elements give my paintings a unique character and atmosphere.
Inseparable motifs in my paintings are colorful portraits of animals. I love to capture their beauty and expressiveness while creating unusual scenery and forms. I want my works not only to reflect the world of animals but also to comment on various events, arousing reflection and emotions. For me, art is not only an expression of individuality but also a way to stimulate the imagination and discover new perspectives.
In 2004 I started my adventure with art at Secondary Art School. I continued my studies at the Art Institute at Opole University in the field of Artistic Education and New Media.
In my master's thesis, I describe Street Art, which is the main source of my inspiration. In my work, I try to refer to the works of its most outstanding representatives, such as Banksy or Shepard Fairey.
However, for me, art is a game that has to combine styles and generations, so I'm not afraid to combine ancient motifs with Pop art. Unobvious connections are one of my hallmarks.
*I belong to the Union of Polish Visual Artists.
EXHIBITIONS
2022
3.0 Project - Monika's Mrowiec Solo Exhibition /
Galeria Art in House / Warsaw, Poland
Salon Wiosenny 2022 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
2021
Miejski Zgiełk - Wystawa kolekcji Lidii i Jurka Owsiaków
Galeria Sztuki ToTuart / Centrum Praskie Koneser / Warsaw, Poland
Salon Wiosenny 2021 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
2020
ART METROPOLE BARCELONA
Art Metropol Europe / Barcelona, Spain
Salon Jesienny 2020 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
SWISSARTEXPO Zurich
SBB Event Hall at the Zurich Central Station, Switzerland
2019 - 2016
Ziarno SZTUKI – Ogród NADZIEI (Charity)
National Museum in Warsaw / Warsaw, Poland
Salon Jesienny 2019 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
October Exhibition / A4 Gallery / Opole, Poland
Contemporary Polish Painters - Works Exhibition
Defabryka / Warsaw, Poland
Apartment of the Future / Dobroteka / Dobrodzień, Poland
Fulfil child’s dreams 2016
Trade Show in Ostróda; 8th Night of Design; Łódź Design Festival; MTM in Poznań / Łódź Ostróda Poznań, Poland
2015 - 2011
Fulfill child’s dreams 2015
International Furniture Trade Show in Poznan; ; Interiors Festival in Cracow; Gdynia Design Days / Poznań Cracow Gdynia, Poland
Diplomas 2015 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
OFF Fest 2014 / Open Air / Opole, Poland
Night of Culture 2013 / Institute of Arts / Opole, Poland
Diplomas 2013 / Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
V Art Shelter 2012 / Institute of Arts / Opole, Poland
Exhibition of Art Institute University Students
Contemporary Art Gallery / Opole, Poland
A-Z Exhibition / Kofeina 2.0 / Opole, Poland
ALPHABET / Zamostek Gallery MBP / Opole, Poland