Anna Sobczak

About the author
Anna Maria Sobczak
Painter | Graphic Designer | Illustrator

Anna Maria Sobczak is a versatile Polish artist specializing in painting, graphic design, and illustration. Born in Wałbrzych in 1986 and now living in Opole, she has built an impressive career marked by creativity and attention to detail.

Education and Mentorship
2006: Graduated from the High School of Fine Arts in Cracow.
2009: State Higher Vocational School in Racibórz, with a B.A. in Arts Education
2011: Earned a Master of Arts degree in Graphics from the Pedagogical University in Cracow.
Studied under renowned mentors, including: Dr. Kazimierz Frączek, Dr. Gabriela Habrom-Rokosz, and Prof. Marek Sajduk.
Exhibitions
Anna's work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across Poland and internationally. Highlights include:

"Indifference" – Garrison Club named after Jan Kiepura, Sosnowiec (2005)
Exhibition – Musical Theatre, Gliwice (2009)
"Diffusion" – Garrison Club, Gliwice (2010)
"A Well Designed Book – Let's Start with Children" competition – Rondo Art Gallery Katowice (2012)
Fourth Croatian Biennial of Illustration – (5 June – 15 July 2012)
"Wall of Illustrators" – Poznań (2013)
"Confidences" – The Black Cat Gallery, Racibórz (2013)
"Anthropomorphism" – G Coffee Gallery Wrocław (2015)
Collaborations
Anna has worked with several metal bands, designing CD covers for: Vader, Lilla Veneda, and Voidfire, showcasing her adaptability and unique artistic vision.

Inspirations
Her art is deeply influenced by legendary creators, including:

Polish artists: Zdzisław Beksiński, Antoni Boratyński, Jerzy Duda-Gracz
Global masters: Francisco Goya, Kay Nielsen, Arthur Rackham, Gustave Moreau
Artistic Style
Anna's works blend surrealism, symbolism, and a vivid emotional intensity, reflecting her diverse influences and meticulous craftsmanship.
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Entrance - a painting by Anna Sobczak
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