Krystyna Burczyk
Artists
Statement
Paper is my medium. By folding and twisting I transform rectangular sheets of paper into small pieces with spirals that play an important role in my works. They join my folded pieces into a strong final form with two levels. Spirals form an inner level and work against gravity. The remaining parts form a surface level that decides the shape and texture of an artwork. I have never used glue to join my pieces. I prefer “alive spirals” that work, fight and cooperate. I rely on regular polyhedra structures, essential for the visual effect and the physical stability of my works. In 2015-18 I realized an art project MAP (Math Art Paper) – the series of 16 exhibitions of my artworks at the Mathematics Department at the Jagiellonian University in Krakow.
Artworks
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Shapes of nature - Virus
17 x 17 x 17 cm
paper
2020