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Radka Bodzewicz | |
|---|---|
| Born | 8 July 1991 |
| Education | Prague Academy of Fine Arts |
| Known for | painting, sculpture, 3D printing, Augmented Reality Art, Virtual Reality Art, |
| Website | www.radkabodzewicz.com |
Radka Bodzewicz (8 July 1991) is a Czech visual artist of Moravian origin, known for her large-scale philosophical and scientific works that merge traditional painting, sculpture, and digital media. Her practice explores complex themes such as human existence, cultural diversity, and the evolution of myths and symbols, often using innovative technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and video mapping.
Early life and education
[edit]Radka Bodzewicz was born in Šumperk, Czech Republic, in 1991. From 2011 to 2017, she studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, Prague (AVU), where she focused on fine arts. She also studied at the Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, at its Art College. These experiences in both Czech and international educational contexts have shaped her unique approach to combining traditional and contemporary artistic techniques.
Artistic career
[edit]Bodzewicz's work engages with both visual and intellectual exploration, often focusing on large-scale philosophical and scientific themes. Central to her practice is the intersection of ancient myths, cultural diversity, and the human experience. She is known for blending traditional oil painting with modern technologies such as 3D printing, augmented reality, virtual reality, and video mapping.
Her work is often immersive, incorporating multiple media to create an interactive viewer experience. By using augmented and virtual reality, Bodzewicz enhances her physical paintings and sculptures, layering digital content over them. This integration of technology enables the audience to engage with the artwork in dynamic, multi-dimensional ways, challenging conventional boundaries between the physical and digital worlds.
Major themes and exhibitions
[edit]Bodzewicz’s exhibitions frequently center on one specific philosophical or scientific concept, drawn from important literary or intellectual works. She has explored a variety of sources, including:
Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy In this exhibition, Bodzewicz created a 3D visual interpretation of Dante’s epic narrative, which details the journeys through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. The series addresses themes of human suffering, redemption, and the divine order, blending traditional oil paintings with digital media to visualize the poetic visions of the afterlife. Český rozhlas, March 7, 2021 [1].
Mircea Eliade’s The Myth of Eternal Return Bodzewicz’s exploration of Eliade’s theory, which examines the cyclical nature of time and the concept of eternal return in human history, was manifested in a series of paintings and sculptures that symbolized the repetition of human experience across time. Česká Televize, February 10, 2022 [2].
Jaroslav Krejčí’s The Human Fate and Its Changing Face This exhibition explored the mutable nature of identity and the human condition through various visual forms, reflecting on how people’s lives and destinies are shaped by external forces. Artmap, June 5, 2022 [3].
John Milton’s Paradise Lost Bodzewicz’s work on Paradise Lost focused on the eternal conflict between free will and divine power, interpreting the Fall of Man and the concept of moral choice through large-scale paintings and augmented reality elements. ČTK, May 31, 2023 [4].
In 2023, her work was featured in a prestigious exhibition at the Kunsthalle Lipsiusbau in Dresden, Germany, as part of the Czech Season, where her digital works were displayed alongside traditional fine art pieces. This recognition underscored the international acclaim her work has garnered.
Kunsthalle Lipsiusbau, Dresden, 2023 Bodzewicz's digital art was selected for the Czech Season at Kunsthalle Lipsiusbau in Dresden, where it was showcased as part of the larger exhibition focusing on Czech contemporary art. Artmagazin, March 27, 2022 [5].
Magazine Illustration
[edit]Radka Bodzewicz's paintings have been featured on the covers of Harper's Bazaar magazine, incorporating augmented reality (AR) technology. These works combine traditional painting techniques with modern digital enhancements, providing an interactive experience for viewers. The AR integration allows readers to engage with the artwork in new and immersive ways, enhancing its visual impact[6].
In addition to her magazine work, Bodzewicz's art has appeared in scientific and psychological journals, where it is analyzed for its emotional and cognitive effects. Researchers have highlighted how her unique style, blending traditional and modern elements, evokes psychological responses, making her paintings a subject of interest in both artistic and academic circles.
Reception and recognition
[edit]Bodzewicz’s work has been widely recognized, with significant attention from both private collectors and international galleries. Her innovative integration of digital technology into traditional media has set her apart in the contemporary art world. Her exhibitions often draw both tech-savvy art enthusiasts and traditional art lovers, reflecting the broad appeal of her multifaceted practice.
Bodzewicz’s work has been featured in prominent Czech media outlets such as Český rozhlas and Česká Televize, where she has discussed her artistic process and the philosophical underpinnings of her work. Her ability to blend old and new media has earned her a reputation as one of the leading figures in the field of contemporary art in the Czech Republic.
Personal life
[edit]Radka Bodzewicz currently lives and works in Prague. She is known for her collaborative approach, often working with technologists, digital artists, and other creatives to push the boundaries of what art can be in the digital age. Her studio practice is both individual and collaborative, allowing her to continue developing new ways to engage with the intersection of art, technology, and philosophy.
Selected exhibitions
[edit]2024: ...pour a lot of thoughts into myself and quietly seek own sanctuary at Galerie Uffo, Trutnov, Czech Republic[8].
2024: Inner Eden - Group Exhibition at Galerie Klatovy Klenová, Klatovy, Czech Republic[9].
2024: Reverie - Solo Exhibition at Galerie Caesar, Olomouc, Czech Republic[10].
2023: Kunsthalle im Lipsius-Bau, Dresden, Germany – Digital Art Presentation as part of the Czech Season[11].
2023: Paradise Lost - Solo Exhibition at Bold Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic[12].
2022: Il Illo Tempore – Solo Exhibition at Václav Špála Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic[13].
2022: Tapas - Solo Exhibition at The Children's Gallery Lapidarium, Broumouv, Czech Republic[14].
2020: Divine Comedy – Solo Exhibition at Bold Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic[15].
2019: The Garden of Epicurus – Solo Exhibition at Vyšehrad Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic[16].
References
[edit]- ^ Kaňková, Markéta (2021-03-07). "Peklo, očistec i radost zažíváme tady a teď. I proto mě zajímá Božská komedie, říká Radka Bodzewicz. Výjevy z ní namalovala ve 3D". Český rozhlas (in cz-CS). Retrieved 2024-01-23.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Mýtus o věčném návratu se zacyklil v obrazech Radky Bodzewicz". Česká Televize (in cz-CS). 2022-02-10. Retrieved 2024-02-06.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Tapas". Artmap (in cz-CS). 2022-06-05. Retrieved 2024-02-06.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz a její ďábel provedou diváky ztraceným rájem". ČTK (in cz-CS). 2023-05-31. Retrieved 2024-02-06.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Drážďanskou Kunsthalle Lipsiusbau ovládla česká imaginace". Artmagazin (in cz-CS). 2022-03-27. Retrieved 2024-02-06.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Rozhovor s Radkou Bodzewicz v podcast Prague Art Week" (in cz). April 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ Kovářová, Danica (2021-05-21). "Místo aut a dovolených podporuje české umění. Sbírku softwarového poradce zastřešuje téma cesty". Forbes (in cz-CS). Retrieved 2024-01-23.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "RADKA BODZEWICZ: VPÍT DO SEBE MRAKY MYŠLENEK A POTICHU HLEDAT SVŮJ CHRÁM" (in cz). 3 September 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Petra Švecová a Radka Bodzewicz / INNER EDEN" (in cz). 3 August 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz – Reverie" (in cz). 30 April 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "All power to the imagination! Czech Season in Dresden" (in cz). February 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz: Paradise lost" (in cz). 31 May 2023. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz IN ILLO TEMPORE 4. 2. — 20. 3. 2022" (in cz). 4 February 2021. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz / Tapas" (in cz). 10 June 2022. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link) - ^ "Radka Bodzewicz: The Divine Comedy". 28 May 2020. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
- ^ "The Garden of Epicurus" (in cz). 7 June 2019. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
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