ABOUT.

Joanna Marek is a photographer and visual artist, renowned for her versatile approach to photographic art. Marek excels in both experimental and commercial photography, blending creativity and innovative techniques to meet market demands. Her artistry often employs a dark yet vibrant colour palette, imparting a distinctive atmosphere to her work. Joanna's experience is both rich and diversified. Not limited to just the realm of visual arts, her expertise stretches into e-marketing and team collaboration, bringing a versatile skill set to any project she undertakes. Moreover, her proficiency in web design and SEO analysis speaks to her comprehensive understanding of the digital landscape, an indispensable trait in today’s ever-evolving market.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Professional Creative Practice in Solihull College and University Center, UK with first-class honors, a testament to her commitment and skill in her craft. At the heart of her fine art photography lies a profound love for long exposure times. This technique, characterized by its ability to add a picturesque and somewhat irrational effect to images, beautifully mirrors Joanna’s attraction to the unconventional and her desire to challenge the foundational principles of photography. Her work predominantly focuses on the expression of human emotions and delves into themes of subconsciousness and societal stereotypes. Joanna’s approach to art is intriguingly interactive; she aims to elicit questions, foster discussions, and provoke extreme emotions through her work. By not presenting her themes and messages overtly, she encourages a personal reflection amongst her audience, inviting them to engage more deeply with the art.

Over the years, Joanna has contributed to and been featured in a plethora of exhibitions, showcasing her ability to captivate and communicate through her art. A few exhibitions include:

- ‘INSIDE OUT’, Omi Art Gallery, London, UK (01- 31/10/2024)

- ‘FORWARD TOGETHER’, School of Art, Birmingham, UK (29-31/08/2024)

- ‘LINKED’, The Birmingham & Midland Institute, Birmingham, UK (03-29/06/2024)

- ‘Alchemy of the Everyday’, Secret Space, Birmingham, UK (03/05/2024)

- ‘One Night Only’ , Candid Art, London, UK (25/03/2024)

- ‘/gras ruts/ THE EXPO’ The LTB SHOWROOMS, Coventry, UK (01/02/2024-29/02/2024)

- ‘Size Matter’ The Engine Room, Birmingham, UK, (02/02/2024)

- ‘Transience’, The Box, Coventry, UK, (05/2023)

- ‘Pasts, Presents and Futures’, The Edghe, Birmingham, UK, (02/2023)

- ‘FUSION’, The Core Theatre, Solihull, UK, (05/2022)

- ‘Prestige Models Magazine’, back cover images, 91/2022, (04/2022)

- ‘Praxis’ Solihull College and University Center/Solihull, UK (01/2022)