Biography
Monika has been formalizing her art studies since 2000, pursuing her interests in both classical drawing and painting, mixed media, printmaking and photography.
Her travels abroad, in particular to Europe, have inspired her. After each trip, she was left with a sense of wonder and awe, and a deeper appreciation of the ‘old world’ against the backdrop of the ‘new’. She sees endless connections and interplay between the two worlds and seeks to share her deep appreciation through visual mediums. Recently she has been exploring urban life in Vancouver, in “Constrict and Release: The Alley Project”.
As an intuitive photographer she enjoys the process of capturing urban landscapes that nurture and feed the soul, often drawn to exploring line and colour. Often, her work is photo-based and makes appearances in her mixed media and in her printmaking pieces, as well as in large and smaller photo images. Her photowork also inspires her acrylic and oil paintings.
Always curious and always the lifelong learner, she enjoys the journey of creating and sharing her art with others.