https://irenasiwek.com/blog daily 0.75 2017-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1349984033398-0HTOD76CR0IVW3B4CGL0/Eliza.jpg blog - Transient https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2017/3/1/organization-is-the-key monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2017/2/27/sunday-dinner-yes-we-can monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1488211275280-38SQIR9J1MWUO0GUXR4A/IMG_8391.JPG blog - Things you can do: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1488211294714-9211D0N86GPQNZBVGX5B/IMG_8380.JPG blog - Things you can do: https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2017/2/26/the-piano monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1488117794441-CMF74AI7AED9OHET0ZA0/FullSizeRender.jpg blog - The Piano https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2017/2/25/tiny-home-siwek-300 monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1488081297553-YLO2WFK1TSQNSVD9O1KV/IMG_8320.JPG blog - 300 https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2012/11/4/yummy-paint-high-heels-giving-back-to-a-community monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1352045258286-0871BT4EGV3JFIPEYDF8/photo.JPG blog - yummy paint, high heels... giving back to the community https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1352047824542-07J2QODE5X860M4HZMMJ/photo22.JPG blog - yummy paint, high heels... giving back to the community https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1352047845957-8VOOVO9C1B4Z7ZRNW7Y2/photo+2.JPG blog - yummy paint, high heels... giving back to the community https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1352047883100-0UVWE6RCHW0PLCCEQ6E8/photo+3.JPG blog - yummy paint, high heels... giving back to the community https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1352049164963-8ZOLE10IL1V8ELGFFNUG/photo1.JPG blog - yummy paint, high heels... giving back to the community https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2012/10/15/art-for-the-heart-event-at-the-museum monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1350337512248-WGU7QHVJPEO08AW8C273/Art+for+Heart+Party+at+the+Museum+Flyer-1-1.jpg blog - Art for the Heart - Event at the Museum https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2012/10/11/giving-time monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1349993670566-LMX56HMSOC1QUIXTL02D/selfportrait72.jpg blog - giving time... https://irenasiwek.com/blog/2012/10/11/fortunate-discoveries monthly 0.5 2024-11-30 https://irenasiwek.com/blog/category/Things+you+can+do monthly 0.5 https://irenasiwek.com/blackwhite daily 0.75 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1361493232731-6IX2020J7FR0HOQKWA1V/Inconsistenciesofsounds+PM+Entry+3.jpg black & white https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743021147468-IP0Z5M3CJMOYJM80WID9/image-asset.jpeg black & white - "leading the way" | ink on paper, 27”x32”, 2022 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589107797-9OLT2NJ33H8B39D54PNB/intothefuture.jpg black & white - "into the future" | ink on paper, 10”x7”, 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710794797495-B12TAB5W6PRHUD6X4I0A/indian+10x6+72+dpi.jpg black & white - "wisdom" | ink on paper, 10”x6” 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1424980305375-A0VGYLGCYRUZQ5QVBKT2/Freedom+SQ.jpg black & white - "freedom" | ink on paper, 30"x39", 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710687136176-Y3HWFDIDNLV80ED044OS/fabryka+marzen+web.jpg black & white - "factory of dreams" | ink on paper, 36”x20”, 2019 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431136352057-29TFKARDD8KLS12DWNQY/imagine+marionettes+14x14+72dpi.jpg black & white - "imagine marionettes" | ink on film, 14"x14", 2015 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1556032080263-T8L6NJ58H178ETTK7FS1/WILD+PETS+SS.jpg black & white - "wild pets" | ink on paper 15”x22”, 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432228806857-1179F6X5T4VHB1C9TKQA/image-asset.jpeg black & white - "inconsistencies of sound" | ink on paper, 9"x12", 2012 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432229129940-SYZSWLMAY1IOYGMUAV1Y/image-asset.jpeg black & white - "wedding gift" | ink on paper, 18" x 24", 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432229407043-SB8EXLL8OU7NV45CNR9C/image-asset.jpeg black & white - "lovers" | ink on paper, 18"x24", 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432230371711-9X8R7L4VMUOGQQNXXCQA/image-asset.jpeg black & white - "birdie" | ink on paper, 14"x16", 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432231411395-EADO18UE6WISJJAHE907/paper-dix-72dpi.jpg black & white - "bird & paper" | ink on paper, 8"x16", 2012 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1424981812665-S4XG95KHCOWW5JV9C8X1/eliza+SQ.jpg black & white - "eliza" | ink on paper, 5"x5", 2010 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432231452053-ESXOIJIURV0F3CBHSTPY/3-moons-72dpi.jpg black & white - "three moons" | ink on paper, 6"x7.5", 2011 | https://irenasiwek.com/marionettes daily 0.75 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1391541257517-IHIQ1T0XL7MUWQ5IX017/fixing+the+reality+72+dpi.jpg marionettes https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1432228605700-8F4CD504U2GJLG3C4L39/image-asset.jpeg marionettes - "marionettes: without an audience | ink on paper, 11"x11", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1427754219063-8Q5CI5SN65GRDZ1Z6BNE/image-asset.jpeg marionettes - "ugly dolls" | ink on film, 14"x14", 2015 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1406656377519-IA3BA4TYJW5TV4046ID8/surrounded+72.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: surrounded" | ink on paper, 10"x7", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1406656279686-JLE3MUI8QXD2TXOPLRLS/martionettes-beyond-the-curtain.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: beyond the curtain" | ink on paper, 10"x7", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1379120498275-65PPZWXJPNAKVI4LO257/Marionettes+broken+String+SQ.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: broken string" | ink on paper, 8"x5", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1406656414675-JPMLBH7BWHMKZNZC7Y1Y/fixing+the+reality+72+dpi.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: fixing the reality" | ink on paper, 15"x11" 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1406656436522-0MXBK2QP877HAZ92TTVY/aquarium+stars+72dpi.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: aquarium stars" | ink on paper, 11"x8" 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1413038379416-3DJGSVYSXB2DUJLQ9FDJ/octopus+season+72.jpg marionettes - "marionettes: octopus season" | ink on paper, 14"x14", 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1427751126631-J53OEIPOY1O3JGPAMI19/image-asset.jpeg marionettes - "camouflage" | ink on paper, 14"x14", 2015 | https://irenasiwek.com/unfamiliar-faces daily 0.75 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1585781563076-N8YAC9EN2VIRQR96SFWU/fearless.jpg unfamiliar faces - "fearless" ink on paper, 7’x4.5’, 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430489276307-E4L7S9T9RKAXV1G56SXM/chronicles+of+the+birds+keeper+I+Siwek.jpg unfamiliar faces - "chronicles of the birds keeper" | ink on paper, 37"x37", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1585781563076-N8YAC9EN2VIRQR96SFWU/fearless.jpg unfamiliar faces - "fearless" ink on paper, 7’x4.5’, 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430500118838-GI8JBMYW1N07U4O8W46B/Back%2Bto%2Bbasic%2B72%2Bdpi.jpg unfamiliar faces - "back to basics" | ink on paper, 26"x19", 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431138217363-5L9Z952CM2FHN2GPMK1T/IrenaSiwek70%25-web.jpg unfamiliar faces - "seventy percent weird" | ink on paper, 23"x25.5", 2012 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1585781401845-MT3M2K0SZ2ZLXIQA7JQC/image-asset.jpeg unfamiliar faces - "fearless" ink on paper, 7’x4’, 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430489646753-EVECA3VZWALRUYZ78DNQ/freedom+lesson+72+dpi.jpg unfamiliar faces - "freedom lesson" | ink on paper, 60"x37", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430489406719-F8WVN4PREP585RSUIW64/Balance+SS.jpg unfamiliar faces - "balance" | ink on paper, 22.5"x22.5", 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431138858638-4KYJBUOLS6BL3E8GQ5AE/IrenaSiwekboy-from-another-web.jpg unfamiliar faces - "boy from another fairy tale" | ink on paper, 17"x17", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430491044002-FPDZLH0QTSR6FILK3VV5/Miraculous+poetry+of+paris+I+Siwek.jpg unfamiliar faces - "marvelous poetry of paris" | ink on paper, 37"x20", 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430492106619-F3XJSD8AVJP02JJKB4JD/spring+child+zapp.jpg unfamiliar faces - "spring child" | ink on film, 14”x14”, 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430492778296-68AA1LLL2WWEZLDNXO53/Chagall+SS.jpg unfamiliar faces - "my Chagall" | ink on film, 14”x14”, 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430492123150-TIIS34FH08WFH8PO6M0B/the+noose+zapp.jpg unfamiliar faces - "the noose" | ink on film, 14”x14”, 2014 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430490473080-P3W99D6YE4F7YJSOY2FP/Flowerman+SS.jpg unfamiliar faces - "hector" | ink on paper, 14"x14", 2015 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430501188450-S9AK657IOEMIGLI5PEZK/daydreaming%2BSS.jpg unfamiliar faces - "daydreaming" | ink on paper, 14"x14", 2015 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430501167385-P78WEPWY44GFG96CGOJX/Catman%2B14x14%2B72%2Bdpi.jpg unfamiliar faces - "catman" | ink on paper, 14"x14", 2015 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431139150504-SWXZHOXZR7Z926BH29OH/IrenaSiwek-green-eyed-girl-web.jpg unfamiliar faces - "green eyed girl who played with birds" | ink on paper, 18.5"x27”, 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431139832283-2XX3ZF2T2UOZPGEQCE7I/IrenaSiwekmother-web.jpg unfamiliar faces - "mother" | ink on paper, 24"x16", 2013 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1431139495984-P705PLVTEAL6R6XNHREO/IrenaSiweksecretsoftheblond-web.jpg unfamiliar faces - "secrets of the blond" | ink on paper, 25"x16", 2013 | https://irenasiwek.com/sunshine-magazine daily 0.75 2015-05-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430494063972-GVRTHQ2QCZQKCRNCMN4H/image-asset.jpeg Sunshine Magazine https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1430494063972-GVRTHQ2QCZQKCRNCMN4H/image-asset.jpeg Sunshine Magazine https://irenasiwek.com/current-show daily 0.75 2025-10-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1761148633346-2LGDAI31URR95KPIIHOO/DayoftheDead+72dpi.jpg current show - "timeless echoes" solo show at got?art contemporary studio | October 16, 2025 to November 17, 2025 | | got?art contemporary studio 904 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, IL | Timeless Echoes pays tribute to one of my greatest artistic inspirations—Rodolfo Morales, the renowned Mexican painter known as the "Master of Dreams." After discovering Morales' work, I immersed myself in his world, creating a body of drawings that reflect his dreamlike, symbolic style through my own distinct visual language. Some of the pieces in this series are direct interpretations of Morales’ paintings—reimagined in my signature medium of pen and ink—transforming his rich, colorful compositions into intricate monochrome studies that capture both reverence and reinvention. These works form a visual dialogue between cultures, blending my Polish roots with the vibrancy of Mexican traditions. Through rich textures and imaginative imagery, Timeless Echoes invites viewers into a world where fantasy, memory, and cultural heritage converge, stirring thought and evoking a deep appreciation for beauty in art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1761147834530-W3RONE3CK2IFF4CZBYVI/death+72dpi.jpg current show - Marshall J. Gardner Center For The Arts | December 2023 - Janurary 19, 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1761148633346-2LGDAI31URR95KPIIHOO/DayoftheDead+72dpi.jpg current show - "timeless echoes" solo show at got?art contemporary studio | October 16, 2025 to November 17, 2025 | | got?art contemporary studio 904 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, IL | Timeless Echoes pays tribute to one of my greatest artistic inspirations—Rodolfo Morales, the renowned Mexican painter known as the "Master of Dreams." After discovering Morales' work, I immersed myself in his world, creating a body of drawings that reflect his dreamlike, symbolic style through my own distinct visual language. Some of the pieces in this series are direct interpretations of Morales’ paintings—reimagined in my signature medium of pen and ink—transforming his rich, colorful compositions into intricate monochrome studies that capture both reverence and reinvention. These works form a visual dialogue between cultures, blending my Polish roots with the vibrancy of Mexican traditions. Through rich textures and imaginative imagery, Timeless Echoes invites viewers into a world where fantasy, memory, and cultural heritage converge, stirring thought and evoking a deep appreciation for beauty in art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1761148065825-LBCD0EBY07KD6S95N0HC/death+2+72dpi.jpg current show - "out of trend" solo exhibit at Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts | September 5, 2025 - October 10, 2025 | Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts 540 S Lake St., Gary, IN 46403 “Out of Trend” is a captivating new exhibition featuring two recent series by Irena Siwek, each offering a deeply personal exploration of identity, culture, and the human experience beyond the boundaries of contemporary trends. The first series, Timeless Echoes, pays tribute to one of Irena’s greatest artistic inspirations—Rodolfo Morales, the renowned Mexican painter known as the "Master of Dreams." After discovering Morales' work, Irena immersed herself in his world, creating a body of drawings that reflect his dreamlike, symbolic style through her own distinct visual language. Some of the pieces in this series are direct interpretations of Morales’ paintings—reimagined in her signature medium of pen and ink—transforming his rich, colorful compositions into intricate monochrome studies that capture both reverence and reinvention. These works form a visual dialogue between cultures, blending Irena’s Polish roots with the vibrancy of Mexican traditions. Through rich textures and imaginative imagery, Timeless Echoes invites viewers into a world where fantasy, memory, and cultural heritage converge, stirring thought and evoking a deep appreciation for beauty in art. The second series, n=1, consists of diptychs that examine the symmetry and tension within a single human life. Each pair of drawings explores opposing yet interconnected states—joy and sorrow, light and darkness, fulfillment and longing—or focuses on a singular force that shapes one’s identity. Positioned side by side, the diptychs create a visual and emotional conversation, prompting viewers to reflect on the paradoxes and harmonies within themselves. Through meticulous detail and quiet intensity, n=1 becomes a meditative exploration of the inner dualities that define our shared humanity. Together, these two series form Out of Trend—a thoughtful, intimate exhibition that moves beyond stylistic fads to explore enduring themes of cultural identity, personal transformation, and the universal search for meaning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1684527470954-GZ4LBNW42B8N6XE45W1J/mimage1B%26W.jpg current show - Threshold installation, Chicago History Museum Back Home: Polish Chicago, May 20th, 2023-2024 This exhibition is a collaborative project & oral history initiative with the Polish History Museum (Warsaw, Poland), Polish Museum of America, & Loyola University Chicago Polish Studies program. Learn more https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743027457052-DR9DCNXIR3F577KUCWHW/golden+faces+WEB.jpg current show - | CONCEPTUAL COMPOSITIONS EXHIBIT | march 14, 2025 - april 4, 2025 | | got?art contemporary studio 904 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka, IL | The exhibit showcases works prioritizing form, color, and texture over representational or realistic depictions. These pieces evoke emotions, ideas, or moods without directly portraying recognizable objects or scenes. The exhibit invites viewers to interpret the works subjectively, engaging with the visual elements and exploring their responses to the non-literal compositions. Whether through geometric shapes, fluid brushstrokes, or bold color contrasts, the abstract art on display encourages a deep, personal connection with the art, challenging traditional boundaries and celebrating the beauty of pure abstraction. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1702942267780-KTWKF7BA3ZZW8MVTFO2J/n1+72+dpi.jpg current show - Marshall J. Gardner Center For The Arts | December 2023 - Janurary 19, 2024 Group show 540 S. Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1702941462118-D41VYDDD6UJL34CMQV8L/fearless+72+dpi.jpg current show - Art at the library | Niles-Maine District Library “Out of Trend” pays homage to my favorite artist Rodolfo Morales. After being introduced to Morales’ works, I devoted a few years to creating drawings inspired by the Master of Dreams. The exhibit is a journey through what is a mixture of two cultures: Polish and Mexican. It moves the viewer into the world of fantasy and imagination while provoking thoughts and fulfilling the need for beauty in art. November 10 - December 31, 2023 6960 Oakton Street, Niles, IL Reception Friday, December 22, 5:30-7 pm | Live music perfomance by classical pianist, Bazyli Siwek. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1702940546827-E9CM3VM6Y4O4EH6FXFFN/image-asset.jpeg current show - Art at the Library | Niles-Maine District Library “Out of Trend” pays homage to my favorite artist Rodolfo Morales. After being introduced to Morales’ works, I devoted a few years to creating drawings inspired by the Master of Dreams. The exhibit is a journey through what is a mixture of two cultures: Polish and Mexican. It moves the viewer into the world of fantasy and imagination while provoking thoughts and fulfilling the need for beauty in art. November 10 - December 31, 2023 Recepetion including live music | classical piano performance | Friday, December 22, 5:30 - 7 p.m. 6960 Oakton St., Niles, IL 60714 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1702942892911-TT9UTTGN78ZBRN3C4VBW/TopThreshold.jpg current show - Chicago History Museum | May 2023 - June 8, 2024 Threshold Design for Back Home: Polish Chicago Through the lens of Chicago’s Polish communities, experience the journeys immigrants have taken to get to the city, the ways they have established themselves in its neighborhoods, and the duality of feeling a deep connection to two places at once. Back Home: Polish Chicago features more than 90 artifacts and documents as well as more than 100 reproduced photographs to help tell the story of the Chicago area’s vibrant Polish communities from the mid-1800s to today. Explore personal narratives, music, community involvement, as well as art installations from five local Polish artists. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1657305170213-7V983W68NDGX97JGLDOJ/Celebration+Meal+.jpg current show - Bridgeport Art Center | Chicago, IL | 10th Annual Art Competition May 20 - July 1, 2022 4th floor Gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1447787196236-TF7KVWEP4DWBCNDHV911/12113319_822087974556018_4105170940737208708_o.jpg current show The exhibition, PROXIMITY - Nearness in Space and Time, is a visual narrative of FIVE POLISH WOMEN ARTISTS who refuse to be defined exclusively by language as their cultural identity, and who assert themselves into being and belonging by creating from within the multicultural experience. Their identity is never static but is always in the making, stimulating the creative exploration. Language and cultural memories can be adopted and translated into images that transcend spoken language. The presence of the past always alters reality, but our perception of reality leaves a lot to the imagination. What bridges memory of the past with the present is the willingness of artists to confront boundaries and transform them within their work. DreamBox Gallery 2415 W North Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60647 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1657302783904-0TDHCF1NPTXMV13NNTWX/image.jpg current show - Bridgeport Art Center 10th Annual Art Competition May 20 - July 1, 2022, 4th Floor Gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1657303577198-O8SOEDZPDCPESH0VCKWW/image.jpg current show - Bridgeport Art Center, Chicago, IL 10th Annual Art Competition May 20th - July 1, 2022 4th Floor Gallery https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1657302449776-T1LEE8FUR8L81V17WU8J/image-asset.jpg current show - 10th Annual Art Competition May 20 - July 1, 2022 4th Floor Gallery “Celebration Meal” Ink on paper 2022, 42”x60” https://irenasiwek.com/bowls daily 0.75 2022-12-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018468156-KL0PB4WTDSHVWQUJPI38/IMG_2521.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018468156-KL0PB4WTDSHVWQUJPI38/IMG_2521.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670016183626-4B3XV46SCMN7Z6JVAV6U/IMG_2518.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018466068-ZS5RWC8KT9IU3W3YJHBC/IMG_2513.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018467114-79WEP8RY63J9ZI095N08/IMG_2520.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670016190164-4GDVCU66C9OETHAZSOBK/IMG_2515.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670016186940-EIICOO6ELYJAMG99P0NG/IMG_2445.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670016194831-55TJNNZP6YTG03DI8W20/IMG_2436.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018446897-01DY883H0JWUK763QDUZ/IMG_2474.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018439042-9MGARC2JPH5FOJ5IX34D/IMG_2464.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018444537-SH09BGXACXRN6AVJWBHZ/IMG_2421.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018455114-IOWW5AKC8PI4HIWEVWT8/IMG_2423.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018461829-K3CUMB8KCWJRBVXUCDTC/IMG_2430.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018477361-E4FPS75R0JF28RK0SUD2/IMG_2465.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018479759-5MP80MAC2AP71THNCE84/IMG_2458.jpeg bowls https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1670018484350-8Z8FNJBON1FGWWL1UNQ6/IMG_2446.jpeg bowls https://irenasiwek.com/n-1 daily 1.0 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743019845450-K00KK11MF97AGH7MJ8ZR/no1+web.jpg n = 1 - "n=1" no. 1 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2023 | "n=1" is a series of diptychs that explore the delicate balance and symmetry within a single human life. Each pair of drawings reflects contrasting yet interconnected experiences—such as joy and sorrow, light and darkness, fulfillment and longing—or focuses on a singular passion or defining element that shapes an individual’s identity. Presented side by side, these diptychs create a visual dialogue, inviting viewers to contemplate the duality and unity that coexist within each of us. The series captures how seemingly opposing forces are often intertwined, emphasizing the complexity, vulnerability, and beauty of the human experience. Through intricate detail and thoughtful composition, "n=1" becomes a quiet meditation on the contrasts that define our inner worlds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1714707181692-82GHAXX3E3CVDKRWVX1H/n+%3D+1+no+6+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 6 ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743019845450-K00KK11MF97AGH7MJ8ZR/no1+web.jpg n = 1 - "n=1" no. 1 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2023 | "n=1" is a series of diptychs that explore the delicate balance and symmetry within a single human life. Each pair of drawings reflects contrasting yet interconnected experiences—such as joy and sorrow, light and darkness, fulfillment and longing—or focuses on a singular passion or defining element that shapes an individual’s identity. Presented side by side, these diptychs create a visual dialogue, inviting viewers to contemplate the duality and unity that coexist within each of us. The series captures how seemingly opposing forces are often intertwined, emphasizing the complexity, vulnerability, and beauty of the human experience. Through intricate detail and thoughtful composition, "n=1" becomes a quiet meditation on the contrasts that define our inner worlds. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710711854810-G8O0H8ALKJBEKJ5MM09O/no2+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 2 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710623508804-W0FSC7JOCVM52M585970/n+%3D+1+no+3+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 3 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1735004299180-BBYFY04VHE4NX0N3TBKK/image-asset.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 6 ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710551096518-H8H2KOTMZMMCH3RACLBD/no4+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 4 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1714573202273-01CXY3HDIBKGOBGJLIPD/n+%3D+1+no5+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 5 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1735004430179-CK44VC70CGV8S4WUCTMI/n+%3D+1+no6+web2.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 6 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589996947-MW5OVPKH8CNNESF7D5UR/n%3D1+no+7+WEB.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 7 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2025 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739590040364-4HZM605ZBOIZ4Z5H1F7R/n%3D1+no+8+web.jpg n = 1 - "n = 1" no. 8 | ink on paper, 23”x39” 2025 | https://irenasiwek.com/rodolfomorales daily 0.75 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1705200374153-3SX1W4JJTYJQYUZKJ73B/fearless+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "fearless" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Con valentía" 2000 | ink on paper, 96”x53” 2020 | The "Timeless Echoes" series stands as a heartfelt tribute to Irena Siwek’s favorite artist, Rodolfo Morales, whose dreamlike works left a profound impact on her creative path. After first encountering Morales’ art, often referred to as that of the "Master of Dreams," Siwek devoted several years to crafting intricate drawings and paintings inspired by his visionary style. Through "Timeless Echoes," she invites viewers on an evocative journey that weaves together the rich threads of Polish and Mexican cultures, blending elements of fantasy, surrealism, and imagination. The series is not only a visual homage but also an exploration of cultural fusion—where folklore, symbolism, and dreamlike narratives meet. Each piece provokes contemplation and speaks to the universal human longing for beauty, wonder, and meaning in art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1705200374153-3SX1W4JJTYJQYUZKJ73B/fearless+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "fearless" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Con valentía" 2000 | ink on paper, 96”x53” 2020 | The "Timeless Echoes" series stands as a heartfelt tribute to Irena Siwek’s favorite artist, Rodolfo Morales, whose dreamlike works left a profound impact on her creative path. After first encountering Morales’ art, often referred to as that of the "Master of Dreams," Siwek devoted several years to crafting intricate drawings and paintings inspired by his visionary style. Through "Timeless Echoes," she invites viewers on an evocative journey that weaves together the rich threads of Polish and Mexican cultures, blending elements of fantasy, surrealism, and imagination. The series is not only a visual homage but also an exploration of cultural fusion—where folklore, symbolism, and dreamlike narratives meet. Each piece provokes contemplation and speaks to the universal human longing for beauty, wonder, and meaning in art. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1705201466565-I1PRY7NG8CT8JJSAMDWC/celebration+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "wedding cirlcle" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled 1973 | ink on paper, 18×15” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708393772551-MUMXS9J6MFXLBYQLGR70/final+photoshop+GTTU+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "into the unknown" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled n. d. | ink on paper, 12”x11” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1705199187539-SHWJG27MFFRFH6X2VD5M/image-asset.jpg rodolfo morales - "fearless" ink on paper, 53”x 87” 2020 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708393252748-6CX4SCT0WWT61CRM8H04/death+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "peaceful death" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled 1973 | ink on paper, 16”x18” 2018 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708395753388-TATJG8AGPWRJJZT6CK1P/el+novio+esta+listo+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "el novio esta listo" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "El novio esta listo" 1968 | ink on paper, 6”x11” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708394051649-CRL8Y3QA9ZGM1PC2G0GM/GoldRibbon+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "gold ribbon" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled 1994 | ink & gold leaf on paper, 7”x12” 2021 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1705199723636-L2QT9669OIZYGKZ4DIF5/AboutMusic+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "about music" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Joven que dedica una composición musical a sus familiares" 1968 | ink on paper, 4”x10” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708394250805-IQVMENSJVWOAZ4OQS2N4/GuardingtheHeads+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "the wedding" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "La boda" 1989 | ink on paper, 8”x7” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708395558413-3CT5MDURZ2QAHE1VGQ99/lastsupper+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "last supper" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Cena de los ángeles" 1996 | ink on paper, 18”x14” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708395934765-Q2TGCEB70N4RSE7YCUL2/Mujer+Con+Globos+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "mujer con globos" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Mujer con globos y Filiberto y Camila" 1999 | ink on paper, 11”x14” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708396097659-Q5ZENHIYP3FSDYWL7YDZ/MujerMaravilla+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "mujer maravilla" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled 1974 | ink on paper, 11”x6” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708396556262-YWQEOPZYRXHV1JABW9DT/Pilgrimage+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "los angeles" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES untitled 1995 | ink on paper, 7”x9” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708399624071-G2DY3KZFYNFY70YDRIT0/VendedorasDeFlores+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "vendedoras de flores" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Vendedoras de flores" n. d. | ink on paper, 7”x10” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708399823531-RMVL3AHI5TX0E7RX85V7/VendoraDePerros+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "vendedora de perros" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Vendedora de perros" 1995 | ink on paper, 11”x13” 2000 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708400092558-RALWUY00LHJPO07099FH/Vueltaenbicicleta+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "vuelta en bicicleta" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Vuelta en bicicleta" 1997 | ink on paper, 10”x8” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708383426250-0EUYF4CNSFVG2X6LUENH/Concierto+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "the concert" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Concierto" 1991 | ink on paper, 7”x4” 2020 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708399438079-I4L759MF2YCR9R96YCQ6/TwoAngelsandDogs+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "city of two angles" pen & ink interpretation of RODOLFO MORALES "Niña con bandera" n. d. | ink on paper, 16”x20” 2017 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821827413-3M7JP02HGJM8BRQ58POU/Ihaveamessageforyou+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "a message for you" | ink on paper, 34”x38” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821722418-2BS7V0HAX9DTRQG15S3U/image.jpg rodolfo morales - "guarding angles" | ink on paper, 33”x43” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822002359-RQVBEUUJ4P4JAJE5W0ZN/AgnelsAreSadToday+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "angles are sad today" | ink on paper, 6”x8” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821888686-ZLTQ7C1O34ZV4VSI9837/WonderWomanwithBirds+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "wonder woman with birds" | ink on paper 13”×22” 2022 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822253153-G3E3T06A7Q01IC1UTBZU/FridaandIrena+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "frida and irena" | ink on paper, 17”x17” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1742517049911-0Q1AB31S1XHS37RJNPUS/image-asset.jpeg rodolfo morales - "celebration of life" | ink on paper 48”x33” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823283672-EA9FKN99Q41RJXHVIJHR/Juana.jpg rodolfo morales - "vendedora de frutas" | fruits seller | | ink on paper, 18”x14” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1708393025862-6OU3UTD9ZD5Y0LC8EX8F/DayoftheDead+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "day of the dead" | ink on paper, 14”x14” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821943233-HIN2UYEC3SIPLAWHLMJI/girlwhosolddolls+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales - "the girl who sold porcelain dolls" | ink on paper, 34×48” 2023 | https://irenasiwek.com/mexicoinspired daily 0.75 2025-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821827413-3M7JP02HGJM8BRQ58POU/Ihaveamessageforyou+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "a message for you" | ink on paper, 38”x34” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821827413-3M7JP02HGJM8BRQ58POU/Ihaveamessageforyou+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "a message for you" | ink on paper, 38”x34” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821722418-2BS7V0HAX9DTRQG15S3U/image.jpg inspired by mexico - "guarding angles" ink on paper, 43”x33” 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822002359-RQVBEUUJ4P4JAJE5W0ZN/AgnelsAreSadToday+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "angles are sad today" | ink on paper, 8”x6” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1710126406771-NGIZ2TTS0CXA65JOI5WM/cebration+of+life.jpg inspired by mexico - "celebration of life" ink on paper 48”x33” 2023 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821888686-ZLTQ7C1O34ZV4VSI9837/WonderWomanwithBirds+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "wonder woman with birds" | ink on paper, 22”x13” 2022 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709821943233-HIN2UYEC3SIPLAWHLMJI/girlwhosolddolls+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "the girl who sold porcelain dolls" | ink on paper, 48”x34” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822929306-9GRBE8EGOEMHJFXQ95E9/nowina+no+1+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "nowina" no. 1 | ink on paper, 7”x9” 2022 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822421991-CB8CIEB6AMG7W3Q632ME/nowina+no+2+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "nowina" no.2 | ink on paper, 6”x8” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822071804-NILW44TX80SXJ4WJNF0Y/DayoftheDead+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "day of the dead" | ink on paper, 14”x14” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822253153-G3E3T06A7Q01IC1UTBZU/FridaandIrena+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "frida and irena" | ink on paper, 17”x17” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823283672-EA9FKN99Q41RJXHVIJHR/Juana.jpg inspired by mexico - "vendedora de frutas" | fruits seller | | ink on paper, 14”x18” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709822344549-UNRVWLYPHSA4I862QN3E/LaMujerDeLasSandias.+72dpijpg.jpg inspired by mexico - "la mujer de las sandias" | ink on paper, 7”x5” 2023 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823017055-C88L9AH43YIOXM5QZDIW/diegoandfrida+72dpi.jpg inspired by mexico - "jola and Mario" | oils on wood, 13”x16” 2019 | https://irenasiwek.com/rodolfomoralesoils daily 0.75 2024-03-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823605189-KMGW0NONZ4A746MP867E/fearless+painting+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales reproductions in oils - "fearless" reproduction of RODOLFO MORALES "Con valentia" 2000 | oils on canvas, 53”x96” 2017 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823605189-KMGW0NONZ4A746MP867E/fearless+painting+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales reproductions in oils - "fearless" reproduction of RODOLFO MORALES "Con valentia" 2000 | oils on canvas, 53”x96” 2017 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1709823662384-6O4LUV6G81RL3MUDYGGM/anniversary+72dpi.jpg rodolfo morales reproductions in oils - "anniversary" reproduction of RODOLFO MORALES " Aniversario" 1990 | oils on wood, 10”x13” 2018 | https://irenasiwek.com/little-big-ideas daily 0.75 2025-03-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743016925163-YV86NN28MZ6SZGJTQ0TN/image-asset.jpeg little big ideas - " el patrón" ink and gold leaf on paper, 5"x7.5", 2025 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589189258-OCPUHBTJGFOCLC7L9JE1/birds+keeper+web.jpg little big ideas - "queen B" | ink and gold leaf on paper, 5"x7", 2025 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743016925163-YV86NN28MZ6SZGJTQ0TN/image-asset.jpeg little big ideas - " el patrón" ink and gold leaf on paper, 5"x7.5", 2025 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589245100-I8TSMQP5TPG8J593NPPZ/windup+birds+keeper+web.jpg little big ideas - "windup birds keeper" | ink and gold leaf on paper, 5.5"x6.5", 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589149107-WFU8VO1LF3AGLS2QIW77/birds+keeper+2+web.jpg little big ideas - "birds keeper" | ink and gold leaf on paper, 5"x8 ", 2025 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1739589225827-EAN8991MY5Y18465DNDO/queen+B+web.jpg little big ideas - "windup birds keeper" | ink and gold leaf on paper, 4.5"x6.5", 2025 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1743017477054-04HTEBTVPMVNX9UNQETR/elpatron+scan.jpg little big ideas - "el patrón" | ink and gold leaf on paper, 5"x7.5", 2025 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1734568434654-A02RWAHWZB265757YPB0/greeneyedgirlmini.jpg little big ideas - "green eyed girl who played with birds" | ink on paper, 6"x4", 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1734568442238-TTAPIS319JSHN4ZT7ICQ/rhinofordurer.jpg little big ideas - "rhino for Durer" | ink on paper, 6.5” x 4.5”, 2024 | https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1734568420107-WVXUQ9ZFQHZDBHXL6I3C/harmless.jpg little big ideas - "harmless" | ink on paper, 4" x 4” , 2024 | https://irenasiwek.com/about daily 0.75 2025-03-21 https://irenasiwek.com/contact daily 0.75 2025-01-07 https://irenasiwek.com/press daily 0.75 2015-06-24 https://irenasiwek.com/cvpage daily 0.75 2025-03-21 https://irenasiwek.com/artist-statement daily 0.75 2022-07-08 https://irenasiwek.com/alexandernajda daily 0.75 2015-06-24 https://irenasiwek.com/conceptual-compositions daily 0.75 2025-03-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/9d3689c8-7106-4f86-834d-06eaf3f837ac/golden+faces+WEB.jpg conceptual compositions - Make it stand out “the golden faces” | ink on paper and vellum layers | 48”x70” | “The Golden Faces” is a work that portrays Fibonacci numbers within the framework of a golden rectangle and golden ratio. It elegantly merges mathematics with art, showcasing the natural beauty of these mathematical concepts. The golden rectangle, with proportions based on the golden ratio (approximately 1.618), has been celebrated for its aesthetic appeal for centuries. This ratio, often denoted by the Greek letter phi (Φ), is considered pleasing to the human eye and is found in nature, architecture, and even the proportions of classical art. The artwork depicts the Fibonacci sequence, a series of numbers where each number is the sum of the two preceding ones (starting from 0 and 1) — 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, 233, 377, 610, and so on. These numbers are arranged sequentially, growing in size, and fit together within the golden rectangle. The result is a visually harmonious layout where each number’s dimensions reflect the Fibonacci sequence, and the spiral that emerges from these numbers, known as the Fibonacci spiral, follows the golden ratio. This forms the foundation for the second layer of the piece, where the silhouettes of figures, following the Fibonacci sequence, breathe life into the essence of the drawing. These figures, arranged in accordance with the mathematical progression, seem to evolve and flow naturally within the composition, suggesting movement and dynamic energy. The sequence saturates the figures with a sense of progression, creating a visual rhythm that not only reinforces the mathematical principles but also deepens the emotional and conceptual impact of the artwork. This kind of composition manifests the inherent beauty of growth patterns found in nature, like the arrangement of petals in flowers or the branching of trees. The Fibonacci spiral itself is rendered as a swirling, organic shape that flows gracefully across the workspace. The use of the golden rectangle provides a structural balance, with the artwork divided into sections or focal points that guide the viewer’s gaze in a manner that feels intuitively right. The interplay between Fibonacci numbers, the golden ratio, and the golden rectangle in The Golden Faces not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also invites reflection on the mathematical principles underlying both the natural world and human-made creations. The work evokes a sense of order and harmony, where mathematics and art converge, making it both visually striking and intellectually stimulating. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/709b0720-743a-4820-bff1-50031930e749/fused+shadows+WEB.jpg conceptual compositions - Make it stand out “fused shadows” | ink on paper and vellum layers | 48”x70” | This pen and ink drawing on vellum features a series of fused silhouettes, their forms intertwining yet distinctly separate, each figure representing individuality while maintaining an intimate connection with the others. The fluid, delicate lines of the figures appear to converge and overlap, symbolizing the interdependence of individuals in a shared existence, while also allowing each figure to retain its own unique identity. The transparency of the vellum enhances this duality, as it both unites the figures and preserves the clarity of their individuality, suggesting that we are shaped by our relationships yet remain distinct in our own right. This drawing is layered over handmade paper, which adds a tactile, organic texture that contrasts with the smoothness of the vellum. The presence of the bold yellow square adds an unexpected vibrancy, breaking the monochrome flow of the silhouettes and creating a focal point that draws attention to the interplay between connection and separation. The square acts as both a grounding element and a reminder of the singularity of each individual, standing in stark contrast to the flowing forms of the figures. This piece represents the delicate balance between individuality and interconnectedness. It speaks to the fundamental truth that while we are all unique beings, we cannot exist in isolation. Our relationships with others—whether through love, community, or shared experiences—are essential for our survival and growth. The yellow square symbolizes a shared experience and the awareness that each individual is part of something larger than themselves. It represents the light of understanding that, despite our differences, we need one another to truly exist. The layers of vellum over handmade paper evokes the idea that our lives are shaped by the external forces of connection and context, but our inner selves remain both visible and distinct, like the layers of the materials themselves. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/1d8e8547-a9f8-42ad-ab24-16ed556d70f7/cartography+WEB.jpg conceptual compositions - Make it stand out “Cartography of thought” | ink on vellum | 48”x53” | This abstract ink artwork on vellum presents an intriguing interplay of color and form, reminiscent of an abstract map or topographic chart. The composition is primarily composed of fluid shades of blue, with subtle green undertones that blend seamlessly into the cool palette. Delicate accents of magenta occasionally emerge, adding unexpected warmth and contrast to the overall composition. The ink flows across the vellum, its movement resembling the natural flow of water, creating intricate, sprawling patterns that seem to chart an unknown landscape. These flowing marks give the appearance of an organic map, as though a vast, undiscovered terrain is being mapped out in real-time. Beneath these free-flowing ink patterns, which artist has carefully underlined with a precise ink pen, evoking a sense of intentional structure and direction. The result is a layered cartographic image—simultaneously chaotic and controlled, suggesting both exploration and order. The vellum’s delicate transparency adds depth, allowing glimpses of the ink’s interaction with the paper, as if the artwork is alive and ever-evolving. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5076f012c4aaa97a2675287d/3261cf12-c1c6-4987-bf3b-c02ffea971bb/not+yet+WEB.jpg conceptual compositions - Make it stand out “not yet” | ink on vellum | 48”x61” | „not yet”, rendered in ink on vellum, presents an intriguing display of flowing, organic shapes that evoke a sense of movement and fluidity. The dominant hues of blue create a deep, immersive atmosphere, their varying intensities adding depth and dimension. Subtle bursts of orange and yellow punctuate the composition, infusing it with warmth and energy, contrasting beautifully with the cool blues. The ink seems to overflow from the edges, creating unexpected patterns and designs that evoke a sense of spontaneity and uncontrolled creativity. The vellum’s translucent quality allows light to interact with the ink, adding another layer of complexity to the work, as the ink bleeds into the surface, blending and twisting in ways that feel both chaotic and harmonious. This dynamic interplay of color, texture, and form invites the viewer to lose themselves in the details, discovering new patterns and meanings with each gaze.