In Cyryl Polaczek's painting "Zapałki / Matches," glowing orange and yellow flames flicker against a dark, textured background, creating a vivid contrast. The matches appear suspended in a dreamlike void, evoking themes of transience and ignition. Polaczek employs a surreal style, using rich colors and layered textures to stimulate imagination and memory. His work invites viewers into an introspective space where everyday objects transform into symbols of ephemeral meaning, reflecting his intent to explore perception and intuition. ...
Polaczek’s practice centers on painting and extends into object-based works, operating in a space where perception precedes language. His paintings do not illustrate narratives but open a suspended, dreamlike field in which meaning forms gradually through memory, association, fear, and hope. Impulse and intuition play a central role in his process, guiding the transformation of fragments of everyday life—objects, images, and situations—into subtly reordered compositions. Hovering between the familiar and the elusive, his works function as quiet thresholds, inviting viewers into moments of heightened attention and fragile alternative realities. ...
Founded in early 2022 by Filip Zieciak and now co-led with Jeanette Gunnarsson, Coulisse Gallery is dedicated to highlighting emerging and innovative local and international artists at pivotal stages in their careers. Our goal is to connect these artists with passionate collectors and art lovers both in Stockholm and beyond.
Collaboration is central to our mission, and we strive to bring a dynamic new energy to the city's art scene by engaging with artists, galleries, and curators who explore shared visual and conceptual themes. These often include environmental concerns, gender issues, and queer identities. ...
