Kamil Jakóbczak (b. 1990, Warsaw), "Budnik," 2023

Biography
Young, talented artist who began his painting adventure in 2008. Trying to find his own style, he began with traditional landscapes, while in 2012 with the painting ''Ucho-gram'' he entered the surrealist trend, drawing inspiration from both the most famous representatives of surrealism and contemporary artists. He works mainly in oil and acrylic techniques. Jakóbczak's works show an interest in form, which he tries to transcend, to present in a different way, he also plays with color, combining intense colors with muted hues. Many works feature meticulous, very small elements, mechanisms and constellations, such as in ''Imitation,'' ''Introspection'' or ''Awakening of Power,'' which inspire high praise for their precision of execution and integration into the painting. The subjects depicted by the artist show a fascination with the surrounding world, subjectively perceived and yet shown from different perspectives. One can also perceive an interest in philosophy, mysticism and the mystery hidden in the universe. When discussing art, Jakóbczak also often emphasizes the essence of spontaneity in creating the final shapes of a given image. Looking at the recent works of this artist, it is evident that the initial adventure of painting quickly turned into a passion and a way of life, constantly refined and enriched by new experiences.