Jakub PIETRASZKO, Homeland 2

39x60, acrylic and crayon on paper (framed), 2022

Born 1975, Kętrzyn

Has been doing independent artistic work in the field of painting since 2004. He studied illustration at the University of Applied Sciences in Hamburg, which brought elements of narrative and visual storytelling to his work. His works have been exhibited in renowned cities such as Hamburg, Berlin, Bremen, Budapest and Warsaw, earning him recognition and a place in private collections around the world. Not only an artist, but also a musician - a guitarist, he has been actively involved in musical projects for many years. His work is the voice of an inner dialogue with the Divine Creator, a search for beauty and harmony through art. Through many years of artistic activity in Lower Saxony and Warsaw, Pietraszko builds bridges between cultures and inspires reflection on the deeper aspects of human existence.

At the center of Jakub Pietraszko's work is a deep desire to express a richness of meaning and the use of diverse means of expression. His works become an expressive medium in which the artist explores themes related to existence, spirituality and universal human experiences.
The work of Jakub Pietraszko betrays references to visionary art, an artistic trend that explores the mysteries of spirit and transcendence through art. These subtle inspirations allow artistic stories to take on a new and deeper meaning. References to mythology and ancient symbolism permeate Pietraszko's works, revealing the eternal themes of human existence. These subtle threads of ancient culture permeate the compositions, creating stories full of deep emotions and meanings. The artist also emphasizes the closeness of nature and its connection to the human realm, which is evident in both illustrative forms and subtle landscape touches.

Oscillating between abstraction and figuration, his works provide a space for introspection and reflection on human aspirations and the human condition.