Discover the artistic world of the
curator of “Invite Me to Your World”, where architectural details, diverse
subjects, and a passion for painting come together.
For some artists, inspiration begins with a dramatic landscape or an
extraordinary scene. For Aleksandra Ciążyńska, it can begin with something much
quieter: an entrance to a building, an architectural detail, or a familiar
fragment of everyday life that most people pass without a second glance.
Born in Poland in 1987, Aleksandra knew from an early age that art would
become more than a hobby. Although her professional background is in economics,
painting gradually became her true artistic path—a way of communicating beyond
words and discovering new ways of seeing the world.
Her artistic journey has taken her work beyond Poland, with exhibitions in
Italy, France, Austria, China, the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and
other countries. Along the way, she has continued to develop her skills under
the guidance of Professor Paweł Lewandowski-Palle and has received recognition
in national and international competitions.
Yet her artistic identity is not defined by a single subject. Instead, it is
shaped by curiosity, diversity, and a lasting fascination with the details that
give the world its individual character.
An Artist Drawn to the Diversity of
the World
Aleksandra’s artistic practice moves between different subjects and visual
experiences. Flower meadows, Venetian masks, and architectural elements may
seem to belong to separate worlds, but they share a common thread: the artist’s
attentive eye and her desire to discover what makes each subject unique.
As she explains in her artist statement: “Art is my great passion which I
try to develop every day.”
For Aleksandra, painting is not simply a finished product or a skill
acquired over time. It is an ongoing process of learning, observation, and
discovery. Every new subject offers an opportunity to notice something
previously overlooked, to explore the relationships between forms and colours,
and to see familiar surroundings from a different perspective.
She describes art as “an eternal learning” that teaches us to pay attention
to things that might otherwise remain imperceptible. This idea lies at the
heart of her practice: looking carefully is not merely a technical exercise,
but a way of engaging more deeply with the world.
“Invitations”: A Closer Look at the
Familiar
Among Aleksandra’s recent projects, the “Invitations” series has captured
her imagination in a particularly compelling way. In these works, architectural
entrances and overlooked details become subjects worthy of sustained attention.
Rather than treating them as incidental elements of the urban environment, the
artist invites viewers to stop and consider their forms, proportions, colours,
and individual character.
The series also offers a revealing insight into her artistic personality.
Aleksandra openly acknowledges her fascination with detail, describing it as
something that accompanies her regardless of what she paints. She often chooses
larger canvases, allowing her to pursue that attention to detail with
particular care.
Works such as “Invitiation – Sagrada Familia,” “Invitiation – Casa Mila
Barcelona,” and “Invitiation – M Spagna Rome III” bring this interest into
dialogue with recognisable architectural settings. Their titles evoke places
with distinct identities, while the series itself reflects the artist’s
interest in the details that make a place memorable.
The word “invitation” acquires an additional meaning here. These paintings
invite us not only to look at a building or a particular entrance, but also to
reconsider the act of looking itself. What do we notice when we slow down? What
might a familiar place reveal when we give it our full attention? For
Aleksandra, the answer begins with curiosity.
Beauty Is Often Closer Than We Think
Aleksandra’s approach resonates with a broader idea about the relationship
between art and everyday experience: beauty does not always require an
extraordinary setting. Sometimes, it emerges from the way we choose to observe
the ordinary.
Her artist statement expresses this belief through a reflection on the
transformative power of art: “It allows you to discover yourself, look into the
recesses of the soul and constantly finds new faces.”
This perspective connects the external world with an inner journey. A
doorway, a flower meadow, or a Venetian mask can become more than a visual
subject; it can become a starting point for personal interpretation, memory,
and emotion.
Aleksandra also draws inspiration from the words of Henri Matisse,
expressing the hope that her paintings might offer viewers a moment of peace
and quiet. This aspiration adds another dimension to her attention to detail:
looking closely can become a way of slowing down, stepping away from the rush
of everyday life, and finding a moment of stillness.
Her artistic achievements include a Curator’s Award for “Warsaw” in the
exhibition “Sounds of Colors” in 2021 and another Curator’s Award for “Don't
go” in “The Beauty of Ordinary Things” in 2023, alongside several Honorable
Mentions. These recognitions reflect a practice that continues to evolve while
remaining attentive to the beauty and individuality of the subjects she
chooses.
From the Artist’s World to the
Curator’s Invitation
Aleksandra Ciążyńska’s interest in the diversity of artistic expression also
informs her role as curator of the upcoming exhibition “Invite Me to Your
World” at People & Paintings Gallery.
The exhibition brings her artistic philosophy into a conversation with other
artists. If her own paintings reveal the details, places, and subjects that
capture her attention, the exhibition asks other creators to share the elements
that define their individual artistic identities.
In her invitation to participants, Aleksandra asks: “I'm curious what your
world looks like.”
She encourages artists to reflect on what connects their work. Is it a
recurring theme, a particular technique, a distinctive detail, or the source of
inspiration behind their creative process?
These questions make the exhibition more than an opportunity to display
artworks. They invite artists to share something of their individual
perspectives and allow viewers to encounter a variety of creative worlds.
Invite
Me to Your World — Join the Exhibition
The upcoming “Invite Me to Your World” exhibition offers artists an
opportunity to present their work within an international artistic community
and share the ideas, observations, and experiences that shape their practice.
Applications are open until 30 October 2026. Artists interested in
participating can visit the exhibition page for details and submission
instructions.
Explore the exhibition and apply:
https://peopleandpaintings.com/exhibitions/invitation_invite_me_to_your_world
Discover Aleksandra Ciążyńska’s artworks and artistic statement:
https://peopleandpaintings.com/aleksandra_ciazynska
What does your artistic world look like? What makes your work recognisable,
and what would you like others to discover through it?
Aleksandra Ciążyńska invites you to share your answers through your art.
Take this opportunity to introduce your creative world to others and become
part of “Invite Me to Your World” at People & Paintings Gallery.
Cosmina
Marcela Oltean
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