Agnieszka Zapotoczna (b. 1994, Wrocław), "The Meaning of Being Alive," 2026

Biography
In her art, the painter uses gestures, irregular lines, and splashes of paint to create works that are expressive and emotional. The themes of her work are typically evocative, exploring the complexities of the human mind, interpersonal relationships, emotions, and neurodiversity. The artist applies media to the canvas in a bold manner, creating organic shapes and a non-discursive composition. Her works are characterized by a richness of colors and contrasts, as well as subtle nuances and textural effects. She works with mixed media. She applies media to the canvas intuitively—using a brush, dripping, flinging, and scraping—to achieve the effects characteristic of her unique style. Agnieszka Zapotoczna’s art is often interpreted as an expression of emotions, inner experiences, and intimate feelings. Her works can be difficult to interpret unambiguously, yet they captivate viewers with their intensity and expressiveness.