Anna
MAtykiewicz
My Story
From Polish Roots to Irish Inspiration:
Born in the Greater Poland region of Poland, I’ve been surrounded by art for as long as I can remember. My mother, a painter herself, undoubtedly played a significant role in nurturing my own artistic spirit. Perhaps the first spark igniting my artistic passion came at the age of 13, during a local artist workshop with my mother. Working with oil paints to capture the beauty of flowers, I discovered a sense of deep relaxation and pure joy in creating.
Following an Intuitive Urge:
Driven by an innate desire to explore new horizons, I moved to Ireland in 2003. While completing my Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication (awarded in 2005), I navigated the back-and-forth between Poland and Ireland, fueled by the lure of this new landscape. The mystical and untamed beauty of Irish nature deeply resonated with me, exceeding all my expectations.
A Leap of Faith and Artistic Reemergence:
For ten years, I pursued various careers outside the realm of art. However, in 2012, I made a life-altering decision to leave my corporate job and embrace my artistic aspirations. The following years saw me successfully selling hundreds of artworks across the globe. Yet, recently, a sense of incompleteness emerged. I realised I desired to connect more deeply with my audience by sharing the stories and inspirations behind my paintings.
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