Searching for the ultimate truth through my personal storytelling, I am trying to demonstrate strength by portraying characters who exhibit heroic qualities, determination, or acts of bravery. It can convey the strength of the human spirit and the power of unity and perseverance. Like in life, but in the context of painting, I would say that for me, painting is the process that takes me from confusion to understanding... Memories from my past are based on stories of my parents and relatives. I have no photographs ofmy own childhood, that is why I am using other people photos, to construct the message according to my own concept. Images (photos) became instruments that are necessary in order to serve the concept of making narrative for the Stolen Memories series.


Images (photos) became instruments that are necessary in order to serve the concept of making narrative for the Stolen Memories series. I paint what I feel, not what I see. It is a pure response to the idea of my own memories. Some responses are illogical, and I am allowing them to emerge, suspending my critical judgment. In the context of my childhood, paintings were supposed to mimic the subjective experience of events that happened. Most of the paintings are made as a combination of multiple old polaroid photographs. It is basically an extension or amplification of the collage approach. I am constantly fighting with my past; it is an infinite fight with no winners. Freedom is my goal; courage is my ally.

The questions such as “Who I am?” and “What I have become?”. Next to my internal fear of the unknown makes me wonder where I belong?

My work is a consequence of constant research and a unique approach to subject matter that I am dealing with. Quality in my artistic practice lies in my dedication to be more consistent and desire to evolve as an artist. To seek and explore chaotic depths of the human psyche is very challenging. That is why through my work I am also questioning my own existence guided by my personal beliefs.

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