Joanna Walczak

Hi there, I'm Joanna.
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I grew up in France as a Polish immigrant. I remained very connected to my native country, where I often stayed until I moved to Canada at the age of 32.
The history of Poland, the story of my family, displacement, as well as the weight of patriarchy on the culture of my two countries of origin and the way I have responded to it, are central elements in the development of my identity and of a certain androgynous vision of my femininity—something I am still trying to understand. They have also forged the foundation of an evolving dialogue between my dominant side and my vulnerable side.

These tensions express themselves naturally and without premeditation in my creations.

Painting and drawing allow me also to reconnect with the present moment. Through them, I find release from the persistent hum of structured thought and overanalysis. They help me make peace with uncertainty, with my inner conflicts, and with the understanding that a true experience of joy and happiness is not possible without accepting pain.

I’m drawn to irregularities, rough textures, unexpected forms, and strange atmospheres that evoke a quiet melancholy or stir feelings that resist definition. 

My ...

Philosophy
Political Sciences
Project Management