The relationship between us and the reality can be described in three ways:
discovering / crossing / creating space.
Perception / Structure / Connection
I am a visual artist working primarily with sculptural installations that explore the relationship between space, perception, and experience. My work often begins with drawing—a quiet, meditative act that allows me to search for structure, rhythm, and emotional resonance. Drawing is not only a tool for planning but a way of thinking; it guides me toward sculptural solutions in a process that feels closer to writing poetry than drafting blueprints. Simple lines and forms become carriers of meaning—subtle yet powerful.
The transition from drawing into three-dimensional space is intuitive. I use powder-coated steel, often in modular, minimalist arrangements, to create spatial compositions that engage architecture, public environments, and the people moving through them. Color, form, and tension become my grammar. My sculptures and installations invite viewers to become participants—part of a shared exploration of presence, memory, and connection.
Influenced by urban surroundings and cultural context, I construct site-specific works that respond to place, often incorporating elements of play or collaboration. Whether in a gallery, on the street, or in dialogue with a historical space, my practice aims to make the invisible visible—to find clarity and impact in the simplest of gestures.
My projects, including the installation Datament in the Polish Pavilion at the 2023 Venice Architecture Biennale, reflect an ongoing interest in how minimal forms can hold complex emotional and social weight.
Anna Barlik. 2025