"In me" Painting

Sebastian Sliwinski: The Geometry of Desire, Tension, and Intuition

The paintings of Sebastian Sliwinski are a profound exploration of human sensitivity, where the strict rules of design meet the raw, unbridled energy of intuition.

Born in 1994 in Siedlce, Poland, he holds a Master of Arts degree in Interior Design from the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw. For eight years, he has successfully worked as an interior designer, shaping physical spaces with technical precision. However, to satisfy his deep need for unconstrained expression, he turned to painting—a medium that perfectly bridged the gap between his analytical mind and his highly sensitive nature. Though at the beginning of his public artistic journey, his works have already been showcased at Warsaw’s art fairs, such as Targowisko Sztuki, and have been acquired by several private collectors.

Sliwinski specializes primarily in abstract nudes. He masterfully synthesizes the human body into simple, geometric forms, charging them with a dynamic tension that suggests rather than dictates. Working mainly with acrylics and his own custom mortar blends, he achieves a unique 3D texture, giving his canvases a sculptural, tactile quality.

His art can be defined by four fundamental words: geometry, tension, suggestion, and sensitivity. It is a visual invitation to be bold and to look beyond the surface.

Artist Statement
Painting allows me to reveal a sphere of my personality that I would probably never dare to show in any other way. Through my art, I am searching for myself, learning to accept my own weaknesses, and exploring the depths of desire. I am constantly looking for that inner hunger—a drive that pushes me to grow every single day.

Every painting I create is preceded by a sketch and a preliminary color palette. However, the canvas is alive. During the active process of painting, my initial vision often changes completely. I cannot force it; intuition always wins against the plan.

I want the people who invite my art into their homes to feel boldness. I want them to feel that desire and the courage to be a little braver are perfectly fine. My works are meant to be viewed multidimensionally, without a strict manual. I want every painting to remind the viewer of whatever they need it to be at that moment.

For years, I have been designing interiors, and I realized I was missing a deeply sensitive outlet in my creative career. Painting completely filled that void.