Zbigniew Szot

Zbigniew Szot is a Professor at the Faculty of Painting and Drawing, M. Abakanowicz University of Arts in Poznań. He has headed the 9th Drawing Studio since 2006 and remains active in both artistic practice and academic leadership.

• Born: 1962
• Education: M. Abakanowicz University of Arts (1981–1986)

Research Focus: Szot's work bridges traditional painting, digital graphics, spatial installations, and scenography. His art often explores:

• Memory and Place Representation
• Intersections of Art and Literature
• Contemporary Digital Art Techniques
• Environmental and Geospatial Themes
• Experimental Film and Time-Based Media
• Theater and Performance Design

Publications/Artworks show a consistent engagement with multimedia installations, literary adaptations (e.g., Kafka projects), and environmental themes. His collaborations with Wojciech Müller in installations like Road II and Cracks I demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches.

Awards:

• 1987: Ministry of Culture and Art Scholarship

Professional Impact: Szot has presented his work internationally across 16 years, with 27 listed exhibitions in 11 countries. His artistic practice informs his academic role, particularly in digital art education and studio leadership.