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Prof. Paweł Frąckiewicz is a Professor at the Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław (ASP Wrocław), serving as Chairperson of the Election Committee of the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art (2020-2024). He holds a position in the Department of Printmaking, specifically in the Studio of Lithography and Printmaking Promotion. His academic career includes teaching courses such as Printmaking and Fundamentals of Printmaking. Education: Graduated from the State Higher School of Visual Arts in Wrocław (now ASP Wrocław) in 1982. His artistic philosophy focuses on nature-inspired imagery, emphasizing individualized approaches to each creative situation. He avoids traditional synthesis/analysis methods, favoring variant-based processes that condense matter into 'boiling' states. Contours serve as sketches, with each work acting as a study for future pieces. Research Interests : Lithography techniques, printmaking innovation, contemporary art expression, material studies, and the intersection of nature and artistic form. Awards: Notable recognitions include the 2019/2020 Honorary Distinction in LITHO-Kielce, a 2005 Mayor of Pilsen Award, and a 1989-1990 U.S. State Department Scholarship at the Tamarind Institute. Exhibitions and Conferences: Active in international exhibitions (e.g., individual shows in Wrocław, Nuremberg, and collective shows in China, Korea, India, and Portugal) and conferences (e.g., Impact 5 in Tallinn, Tidaholm Lithographic Symposium).

• Printmaking
• Lithography
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Paulina Tarara is a multidisciplinary academic and visual artist affiliated with the Akademia Sztuk Pięknych im. Jana Matejki w Krakowie , where she explores the intersection of Art & Science . Her research spans neuroscience, digital communication, and interspecies language , using data and visual symbols to create universal communication frameworks. Doctoral thesis: "Multimodal Exploration of the Interspecies Structure and Evolution of Language in Digital Communication" Key fields: Cognitive Science, Digital Aesthetics, Neurotechnology Her recent publications and exhibitions (2024-2020) include: Academic articles in Neuroinformatics Springer and inAW Journal Chapters in "Myth and Mythologies" publications 2024 installations: "Particles of Sound I & II" holographic concerts Selected Awards: 2017 A’Design Award in Graphics and Visual Identification 2024-2023 exhibitions: Sinzig Biennale, Spiš Artists Gallery, Silesian Philharmonic

• Cognitive Science
• Neuroscience
• Digital Communication
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Mariusz Gorzelak is an Associate Professor at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław , affiliated with the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art and the Printmaking Department . He holds roles including Member of the Electoral College (2020-2024), Member of the Council of the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art, and Secretary of Entrance Examinations for Printmaking. He coordinates student internships and tutors first-year printmaking students. He completed his Master's (2005) and PhD (2013) at the same academy under Professors Andrzej Basaj, Anna Janusz-Strzyż, and Roman Kowalik. His research focuses on artistic printmaking (intaglio, relief), artists' books, and drawing, emphasizing both historical techniques and contemporary innovations. He views printmaking as a form of cultural resistance, inspired by figures like Mario Vargas Llosa. His awards include the 2019 Honorary Distinction from the Sint-Niklaas Competition (Belgium) and the 2018 Grand Prize at Skopje's Ex Libris. Major exhibitions include the 2019 Mexico Biennial and the 2018 Bangkok Triennial. He has presented at international conferences like Collaborative Printmaking: Randomness Matters! in Spain and participated in residencies at institutions such as the Kala Art Institute (USA) and the Centre for Fine Print Research (UK). Publications include Para.Ceramics.Printmaking (2018) and Idea-process-case study in intaglio and relief print techniques (2016). His works often blend traditional techniques with conceptual narratives, reflecting on themes like existence and cultural memory.

• Artistic Printmaking
• Intaglio and Relief Printing
• Artists' Books
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Professor Andrzej Banachowicz is a research worker at the University of the Arts in Poznań , active since 2023. He has held leadership roles including Head of the V Workshop of Sculpture and Spatial Actions (2019-2023) and Head of the II Workshop of Artistic Textile (2009-2018). His work bridges sculpture, textile art, and digital media , often exploring themes of human existence, memory imprints, and spiritual-matter interplay . Faculty of Sculpture member Active in international art-science collaborations (2023 Art & Science Apoptosis Symposium) Recipient of Golden Cross of Merit (2005) and multiple GLORIA ARTIS medals His artistic methodology combines: Unique textile materials (sizal, wool, linen) Digital prints on aluminum dibond Immersive spatial installations Recent works like Biological Spirituality (2023) and Materiality of Code (2022) demonstrate his focus on numerical art and material-spirit duality . His 2024 Florence XR Festival piece Numerical Art. Fractality of the Universe exemplifies his ongoing exploration of cosmic patterns in artistic representation . Scientific Recognition: 2023 35th Anniversary Medal (Warsaw School of Fine Arts) 2019 Golden Medal 'Zasłużony Kulturze GLORIA ARTIS' 2014 Scholae Bene Merito Medal (Poznań UAP Senate) 2005 Golden Cross of Merit (President of Poland)

• Contemporary Art
• Sculpture
• Textile Art
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Dorota Jonkajtis is an Assistant Professor at the University of Arts in Poznań , affiliated with the Faculty of Graphic Arts . Her work bridges graphic arts, drawing, and literary inspiration, often integrating typographic elements and text fragments into layered artistic processes. Education: Faculty of Graphic Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts in Poznań (graduated with distinction in 2005). Professional Affiliations: Faculty of Painting (2005-2009) and Faculty of Graphic Arts (since 2009) at the same institution. Her research focuses on graphic arts and process-driven creativity , where writing and visual techniques intersect. Projects like Palimpsest/constellation library and Catalog series explore textual materiality through lithography, collage, and mixed media. The 15 most recent articles (here, artistic works) reflect trends in literary-themed printmaking , typographic experimentation , and conceptual photography , often using interdisciplinary approaches to merge visual and textual narratives. Scientific Awards : Scholarship from the Minister of Culture and National Heritage (2004) Scholarship from the Marshal of the Wielkopolska Voivodeship (2007)

• Graphic Arts
• Drawing
• Printmaking
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Prof. Krzysztof Molenda is a Professor of Fine Arts at the University of Arts in Poznań, holding a leadership role in the Publishing Workshop since 2011 within the Faculty of Graphic Arts and Visual Communication. With 36 years of teaching experience, he actively instructs in graphic arts workshops covering metal techniques and relief printing while bridging artistic practice with technical publishing education. His research centers on the synthesis of traditional graphic arts with digital innovation, explicitly exploring woodcut, linocut, and metal techniques alongside digital image processing and photography. Molenda investigates how visual representations embody reality through emotional and physical surroundings, focusing on contemporary trends in art and graphic design within broader cultural contexts. His practice emphasizes intuitive craft processes and the fusion of manual techniques with digital tools to create new expressive pathways. Artistic output reveals a clear trajectory: 2017 oil paintings (e.g., Labyrinth , Trace ) examine spatial/temporal concepts on large canvases, while 2013 works like Transformation and Broken Figure combine woodcut/monotype with digital print. This demonstrates consistent engagement with both traditional printmaking media and modern publishing technologies. Scientific Awards: No specific awards, fellowships, or medals are documented in the source text. Advising and Grants: Molenda has mentored students for 36 years in graphic design, printing techniques, and computer science applications for publishing. His workshops cover technical preparation for albums, catalogues, and books, though no grant funding or formal student names are listed. Labs and Teams: He directs the Publishing Workshop at the Faculty of Graphic Arts and Visual Communication, which handles design, typesetting, and print production. This team actively experiments with traditional graphic media and digital tools, supporting both artistic creation and publication workflows.

• Graphic Design
• Printmaking
• Painting
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Agata Nowak is an Assistant Professor at the University of Arts in Poznań (UAP), Faculty of Painting and Drawing, where she teaches in the 15th Drawing Studio headed by Professor Grzegorz Keczmerski. She earned a Doctor of Fine Arts degree in 2021 with the dissertation "Painting as a Symbolic Laboratory of Light, Shape, and Color." Pedagogical Studies at Faculty of Artistic Education Graduate of Piotr Potworowski State Secondary School of Fine Arts in Poznań Her artistic practice spans painting, drawing, and printmaking, showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions internationally, including in India, Italy, and France. She has participated in prestigious events like the 5th Triennial of Polish Contemporary Painting and Quadro Art Biennial.

• Painting
• Drawing
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Sybilla Skałuba is a Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice, where she serves as an independent lecturer in the Studio of Graphic Art Fundamentals and Assistant in the Relief Printing Studio of Professor Mariusz Pałka. She is also a Board Member at the Faculty of Arts and serves as Weekend Academy Coordinator for Fine Arts in Katowice. Her work extends beyond academia as she is the Vice President of the Association of Friends of Roundabout Gallery and owner of the BIBU Gallery of Contemporary Art in Katowice. Master of Arts from the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice (2003), with main diploma from the Faculty of Printmaking, Relief Printing Studio of Professor S. Kluska Additional diploma from the Painting Studio of Professor J. Rykała at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice Doctor of Arts (2009) Sybilla Skałuba specializes in graphic arts with a focus on printmaking, particularly relief printing and woodcut techniques. Her research explores symmetry and its dissonance in visual arts, as evidenced by her exhibition 'Obszary symetrii – Dysonans symetrii' at the Silesian Museum in Katowice. Her work bridges traditional printmaking techniques with contemporary artistic expression, often incorporating digital printing methods. She has contributed significantly to Polish graphic arts education through her academic position and various art education projects. Her exhibition history reveals a consistent focus on woodcut as her primary medium, with works featured in over 80 exhibitions in Poland and internationally. Her catalog entries show increasing international recognition, with participation in biennials and triennials across Europe, Asia, and beyond. Her work has evolved from early focus on traditional Polish woodcut techniques to more experimental approaches that blend digital and traditional methods. Caffe Art Festival 3rd prize, Warsaw (2007) Rector's Award for Achievements (2007) Grand Prix of Young Polish Graphics 1st prize, Kraków (2006) Skałuba has coordinated significant art education projects including 'Równe szanse' (Equal Chances) for social reintegration of people with mental disorders, funded by the European Social Fund. She has organized the 'Golden Vision Music & Art' project (2012/2013) and co-organized youth initiatives like 'Nieformalna grupa młodzieży RAP RUDA.' Her work with the BIBU Gallery demonstrates her commitment to promoting contemporary art beyond the academic sphere. As owner of the BIBU Gallery of Contemporary Art and Vice President of the Association of Friends of Roundabout Gallery, Skałuba maintains active roles in the Katowice art scene. Her Relief Printing Studio serves as both an academic teaching space and creative laboratory where traditional woodcut techniques are explored alongside contemporary approaches. She has also led workshops for youth ('Razem z mistrzem') and for people with disabilities, demonstrating her commitment to making art accessible to diverse communities.

• Graphic Arts
• Printmaking
• Relief Printing
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Aleksandra Janik is a Professor at the Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław, currently serving as Head of the Studio of Digital Printing and Experimental Techniques within the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art's Printmaking Department. Her work bridges traditional graphic practices with digital and experimental methodologies. Academic Affiliation : Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław (Faculty of Graphics and Media Art, Printmaking Department) Research Focus : Hybrid graphics, post-digital printmaking, intermedia art Her research explores the peripheries of graphic and photographic media , emphasizing dynamic human-place relationships and everyday practices. Key themes include hybrid graphics , post-digital printmaking , and intermedia art , with a focus on errors, misprints, and coincidences as creative tools. Awarded internationally, Janik received the NAWA Scholarship (2020) for her work in Tokyo and multiple accolades at global exhibitions including the Venice Biennale (2015) and Tallinn Print Triennial (2007). She has curated major exhibitions like 'Post-digital printmaking. Redefining the concept of graphic print' (2017) and presented at conferences such as IMPACT 10 (2018) and the Seventh World Congress of Polish Studies (2019). Selected Scientific Awards : NAWA Scholarship (2020) Professional Women Photographers First Prize (2011) Opoliensis Arte Laureato Award (2011) Jury Awards at Frechen (2008) and Tallinn (2007)

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• Digital Printing
• Experimental Techniques
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mgr sztuki Łukasz Ławrynowicz is an Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Visual Arts, Faculty of Architecture, Gdańsk University of Technology. His work focuses on contemporary art, screen printing (sitodruk), and painting, with a strong emphasis on mixed media and spatial installations. Recent exhibitions include individual shows like DESKTOP 1.0 and DESKTOP , featuring large-format paintings and graphic works. He actively participates in major art events such as the Trisity###6 screen printing festival and the Leon Wyczółkowski Painting Competition. His teaching spans courses in art workshops, spatial form design, and site-specific art projects, integrating theoretical exploration with practical creation. Key Activities: Art exhibitions, festival curation, academic teaching. Research Interests: Mixed media, screen printing techniques, spatial installations, and contemporary art practices. Łukasz’s academic contributions include mentoring students through courses like Art Workshop I and Spatial Form Design , emphasizing observation-based drawing and the transformation of artistic concepts into physical forms. His work bridges traditional techniques with modern experimental approaches, reflecting a commitment to both individual creativity and collaborative art projects.

• Contemporary Art
• Screen Printing
• Painting
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Dr. Agata Ciesielska-Shovkun is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Artistic Education and Curating at Magdalena Abakanowicz University of Arts in Poznań, Poland. She also serves as a designated Teacher of Artistic Printing Techniques and Multimedia Design at Leon Wyczółkowski High School of Printing in Bydgoszcz. Her academic and artistic career spans multiple institutions including Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń and Casimir the Great University in Bydgoszcz. PhD in Fine Arts (2019), Faculty of Fine Arts, Toruń Postgraduate Pedagogical Studies (2015), Casimir the Great University MA in Fine Arts (2014), Nicolaus Copernicus University Her research focuses on intimacy in art and portraiture , particularly exploring human relationships , emotions , and gender identity . Her artistic practice spans graphic arts , painting , and installations , often incorporating new media and sensory elements . Recent works show strong themes in existential representation , identity studies , and cross-disciplinary experimentation . Artistic trends include: Exploration of human emotions through printmaking and installations Focus on gender duality (SHE-HE series) Integration of sound visualization in etching projects Philosophical inquiries into self-perception and memory Continued development of lithography techniques Experimental approaches to intaglio printing and plexiglass mediums Scientific achievements include: 2014: Tymon Niesiołowski Award for Best Artistic Diploma in Lithography She actively contributes to art education through: Running Lithography and Linocut Studio at Secondary School of Fine Arts Developing sensory art programs for preschools and schools Conducting workshops across age groups

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• Painting
• New Media Art
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Dr. Jerzy Muszyński is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Painting and Drawing at Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznań, where he has been teaching since 2010. He currently leads the Studio of Painting in Architecture and Urban Planning alongside Professor Marek Jakuszewski, a position he has held since 2012. Previously, he co-led Drawing Studio XV with Professor Grzegorz Keczmerski from 2010-2012. Muszyński earned his MFA in painting from Magdalena Abakanowicz University of the Arts Poznań in 2011 and completed his PhD in fine arts in 2019, with his doctoral exhibition "White Cube / Black Cube" at Rodriguez Gallery in Poznań. His artistic practice explores the intersection of image and object, the elusive and tangible, and the visible and sensed, focusing on the mystery of the world's presence and perception as a construct. His work demonstrates a consistent exploration of spatial relationships and material presence, often eliminating the trace of his hand by using prefabricated materials and automated techniques. Recent projects like "Common Gestures" (2023-2024) and "Samo-loty" (2023-2026) reveal his ongoing interest in how art interacts with architectural environments and spatial perception. His exhibitions frequently employ materials such as steel, glass, mdf, and mixed media in precise geometric configurations. His notable achievements include: A grant from the Creative Scholarship Program of the City of Poznań (2025) Finalist of the International Contest For Experiment In Visual Arts – ATTEMPT 5 (2024) Winner of the competition for a mural on The Deportations to the East (2013) Finalist of the national painting competition Nowy Obraz / Nowe Spojrzenie (2013) Muszyński is also active in curatorial practice, co-managing Galeria Szewska 16 since 2020 and co-publishing "Risoteka / Risotheque" in 2023. His workshop activities, including community-based mosaic projects and educational programs at ZAMEK Culture Centre, demonstrate his commitment to art education and public engagement.

• Visual Arts
• Contemporary Art
• Painting
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Dr. Alicja Snoch-Pawłowska is a Polish professor at the Faculty of Arts , Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (UMCS) in Lublin. She holds a doctoral degree in Fine Arts (2002) and habilitation (2014), becoming a professor in 2018. She served as Vice-Dean (2016-2019) and Dean (2019-2024) of the Faculty of Arts. Her academic profile includes teaching intaglio printing at the Department of Printmaking. Professor (since 2018) Dean of Faculty of Arts (2019-2024) Member: Association of Polish Visual Artists, International Print Triennial Association Research Interests focus on printmaking techniques, particularly serigraphy and intaglio printing , with emphasis on: International printmaking competitions Miniature art forms Cross-cultural artistic expressions Polish visual art traditions Contemporary graphic art trends Art education methodologies Scientific Activity includes participation in 136 international competitions and 84 national exhibitions, with 14 international awards. Notable achievements: Recipient of the Tymon Niesiołowski Medal (Best Diploma of the Year) Winner of the Minister of Education and Science Award (2021) Exhibited globally: Japan, Canada, Ukraine, India, Austria, Bulgaria, Spain, UAE, and more Projects include: Supervisor of 4 annual 'Best of the Best!' competition projects (2019-2022, European Social Fund) Participant in the 'Leaders in university management' training program at University of Cambridge (2023, ESF-funded)

• Printmaking
• Serigraphy
• Visual Arts
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Professor Anna Janusz-Strzyż is a distinguished faculty member at the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław, serving in the Faculty of Graphics and Media Art's Printmaking Department where she leads the Artists' Book Studio. With over three decades of professional activity since 1992, she has presented her work in 31 solo exhibitions and more than 100 collective exhibitions across Poland and internationally. Education: Graduated from the State Higher School of Visual Arts in Wrocław (now Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design), Faculty of Painting, Printmaking and Sculpture, specializing in printmaking Research Interests: Professor Janusz-Strzyż specializes in traditional printmaking techniques including drypoint, etching, and linocut, with equal emphasis on drawing, painting, and artistic book creation. She prioritizes technical precision in workshop practice while exploring narrative expression through visual storytelling. Her recent focus centers on artistic books as primary vehicles for conceptual exploration, integrating historical printmaking methods with contemporary narrative structures to examine themes of memory, identity, and cultural heritage. Publication Trends: Her scholarly output demonstrates sustained engagement with printmaking's evolving discourse, particularly through ex-libris and artistic book formats. The 2021 publication "An Artist in the Time of the Plague" documents pandemic-era studio collaborations, highlighting adaptive pedagogical approaches. Earlier works showcase consistent contributions to international printmaking biennials, emphasizing technical innovation in drypoint and small-format printmaking while connecting traditional techniques to contemporary artistic concerns. Scientific Awards: 2018: Distinction in Ex libris in Fabula competition (Italy) 2018: Distinction in Regina Lituaniae ex-libris competition (Lithuania) 2016: Rector's Individual Award for organizational achievements 1998: Tadeusz Kulisiewicz Foundation Yearly Scholarship 1993: Tadeusz Kulisiewicz Foundation Yearly Scholarship Advising and Grants: As director of the Artists' Book Studio, Professor Janusz-Strzyż mentors students in interdisciplinary book arts projects that integrate printmaking with narrative design. Her leadership earned institutional recognition through the Rector's Award for organizational excellence. Foundation scholarships supported critical early-career development phases, while her 2017 participation in Madrid's international book arts conference demonstrates sustained engagement with global scholarly networks. The pandemic-era studio documentation project represents significant grant-supported collaborative output. Labs and Teams: The Artists' Book Studio under Professor Janusz-Strzyż functions as a dynamic research hub where traditional printmaking techniques converge with experimental book structures. Recent activities documented in the 2021 publication reveal how the studio adapted to pandemic constraints through innovative remote collaboration models, maintaining rigorous technical standards while exploring new narrative possibilities in book arts. The studio maintains strong international connections through participation in competitions like the Shanghai Academy of Fine Arts exhibition (2019).

• Printmaking
• Drawing
• Artistic Books
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Dr. Marcin Mikołajczyk is a Lecturer at the Faculty of Computer Science, Graphics and Architecture within the Vistula Academy of Finance and Business. His affiliations include teaching roles at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw and the Higher School of Promotion. He specializes in graphic design, visual arts, and spatial design, with a focus on artistic concepts like 'Kreskomateria'—the building block of the universe's matter. Education: Graduate of the Faculty of Graphic Arts at the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. Scholarship recipient at the Academia di Belle Arti in Turin, Italy. Doctorate from the Institute of Fine Arts, Jan Kochanowski University in Kielce. His research and creative work spans painting, printmaking, artistic objects, and spatial activities. He co-created the Core Exhibition at the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews in Warsaw and has exhibited internationally, including in Australia and China. As Art Director, he collaborates with the Waju Animation and Post-Production Studio. Notable Achievements: Recipient of the Most Beautiful Book of the Year award for his book project 'Wierszografia.' He explores intersections between art, design, and nature, contributing to projects co-financed by the European Union. He is a member of the Euforis Artists Association and actively engages in artistic and academic collaborations.

• Graphic Design
• Visual Arts
• Spatial Design
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