AGNIESZKA KOTARSKA
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Agnieszka Kotarska is a distinguished figurative artist currently residing and working in Spain. Born in 1984 in Poland, Kotarska's passion for art blossomed at an early age, deeply influenced by the natural surroundings of her childhood. She demonstrated extraordinary talent, particularly in drawing, which has been the cornerstone of her artistic journey.
Self-taught, Kotarska has honed her technique over the years, working primarily with graphite and charcoal, her preferred mediums. Her delicate and fine strokes create sophisticated and detailed pieces that conceal profound concepts. Kotarska's art is an enchanting blend of realism, symbolism, and mystery, often portraying female figures with remarkable delicacy, sensitivity, spirituality, and emotional depth. Her subjects are typically illuminated by a single light source, giving her works a Renaissance quality that reveals her deep admiration for the old masters.
Kotarska is captivated by themes of metaphysics, spirituality, transcendence, and inner freedom, influences that have been integral to her life from a young age. Her daily practice of introspection and meditation facilitates a profound connection with her inner world and the interconnectedness of humanity.
Her passion for travel has further enriched her artistic vision, allowing her to immerse herself in diverse cultures around the world. She has lived in four countries: Poland, Spain, Thailand, and Argentina. Throughout her travels, Kotarska has participated in numerous spiritual retreats in Eastern countries, always equipped with a pencil and paper to capture her experiences through art.
Kotarska believes in the boundless potential of human beings to connect with their inner selves and comprehend the unity that transcends external differences. Her artwork embodies this belief, aiming to inspire and provoke thought in viewers. Her work has been featured in numerous books and art magazines and exhibited in international galleries and museums.
Agnieszka Kotarska's creativity is a testament to the profound insights she gains from her spiritual practices and worldly experiences, making her a unique and compelling figure in contemporary art.
EXHIBITIONS:
2024
Cordoba, Spain
(Real Circulo de la Amistad)
2024
Ohio, US
Butler Institute of American Art
2024
Pieve di Cadore, Italy
( Forte di Monte Ricco)
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2023​
Barcelona, Spain
"Mod Portrait" - MEAM
(European Museum of Modern Art)
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2023​
New York, US
"Arc Salon 16th" - SOTHEBY´S gallery
2022​
Barcelona, Spain
"Tu mejor pintura" - MEAM, (virtual exhibition)
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2019​
Hasselt, Belgium
SOLUS ART GALLERY
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2018​
Hasselt, Belgium
SOLUS ART GALLERY
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2018​
Calella, Spain
"Humet Saula"
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2017​
Calella, Spain
"Humet Saula"
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RECOGNITIONS:
SEMI - FINALIST - 17 ARC Salon, 2024
FINALIST - Almenara Art Prize 2024
SEMI FINALIST - Almenara Art Prize 2024
FIRST PRIZE WINNER - Strokes of Genius 16
SECOND Place Award in DRAWING Category - Titian International Portrait Competition, 2024
EXCELLENCE PRIZE Award - Titian International Portrait Competition, 2024
FWSD AWARD WINNER - 16th ARC Salon, 2023
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BEST DRAWING WINNER - PleinAir Salon, February 2023
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FINALIST - 16th ARC Salon Competition, 2023
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SEMI - FINALIST - 16th ARC Salon Competition, 2023
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LUNAR CODEX 2023
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SEMI - FINALIST - PleinAir Salon annual Competition, 2023
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HONORABLE MENTION - Almenara Art Prize 2023
MERCEDES SALAZAR AWARD -Almenara Art Prize 2023
WINNER 3rd Place- American Art Awards 2023
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WINNER 6rd Place - AMERICAN ART AWARDS 2023
FINALIST - Stroke of Genious 2023
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FINALIST - ModPortrit 2022
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PUBLICATIONS:
FINE ART CONNOISSEUR Magazine - July/ August 2024
365 ART+ Magazine, Issue N°66 - People Creating the 21st Century
365 ART+ Magazine, Issue N°65 - People Creating the 21st Century
INTERNATIONAL REALISM, 16 ARC Salon 2023
THE ALMENARA ART PRIZE 2023
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PleinAir MAGAZINE July 2023
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LEONARDO Art Guide, 2023
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LEONARDO Art Guide, 2022
MOD PORTRAIT Art Catalogue, 2022
REALISM TODAY, April 2023
MAGZOID MAGAZINE, April 2023
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ModPortrait Art Catalogue, 2021
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Leonardo Art Guide, 2021
links:
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https://fineartconnoisseur.com/2022-pleinair-salon-winners/#
https://m.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.611504367640910&type=3&wtsid=rdr_0Hb0yq4TtpLMFQ4Yv
https://www.facebook.com/pleinairmagazine/videos/129434156739855/?mibextid=rS40aB7S9Ucbxw6v
https://pleinairsalon.com/february-2023-winners-finalists/
https://pleinairsalon.com/february-2023-winners-finalists/#!enviragallery11637-11069
https://pleinairsalon.com/february-2023-winners-finalists/#!enviragallery11117-11068
https://www.artrenewal.org/Salon/SemiFinalists
https://www.artrenewal.org/Salon/Finalists
https://www.artrenewal.org/16thARCSalon/Artwork/Index/38392
https://www.artrenewal.org/16thARCSalon/Home/Artist/29605
https://www.modportrait.net/cuadros-seleccionados-2022
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https://pleinairsalon.com/12th-annual-semi-finalists/
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https://realismtoday.com/why-my-self-portrait-is-adorned-with-garbage/
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https://www.lunarcodex.com/art-catalogs
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