Matthew Dolatowski, Secrets of blue, 2021

Oil, canvas, 60 x 80 cm, signed on the back

Graduate of full-time studies of the first degree in Painting at the Faculty of Pedagogy and Artistry in Kalisz branch of the Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznan. In 2012 he obtained a diploma in the 1st Painting Studio of Prof. Dr. J. K. Hrycka. He graduated with a second degree in Art Education in Fine Arts at the same university. In 2014, he received his master's degree in the 1st Painting Studio of Prof. Dr. J. K. Hrycka. He has participated in many exhibitions in Poland and abroad. Twice a recipient of the Rector's scholarship for the best students. He makes his paintings using oil technique, mainly by applying paint with lasering and using wipes. Thanks to the leaks, he achieves very interesting chiaroscuro effects. He is interested in realistic painting; figurative and portrait paintings, with an emphasis on the female figure. In these representations, he tries to intrigue the viewer, show the beauty of female shapes and the representation of individual characteristics of the portrayed people. Carnal - superficial, but also inner, noble beauty. The inspiration for his creative activities is the beauty of the female body. He believes that the body, is an excellent motif for the study of light. He also takes up the theme of landscape or still life.