category: Jolanta Kurzel

The painter Jolanta Kurzela from Poland is known for her ability, depicting the female figure and nature in her works with great intensity and sensitivity. For many years she has dedicated herself to painting portraits and natural motifs, using the oil technique - a method that is particularly suitable for her bright colors and their longevity is appreciated.


Oil paints, whose history in Europe goes back to the 15th century, consist of linseed oil and pigments. Artists such as Jan van Eyck and Rogier van der Weyden were pioneers of this technique and used the glazing technique to increase the intensity of certain colors by applying transparent layers of oil. In the 17th century, the alla prima technique became popular, allowing spontaneous painting “in one go” and was favored by artists such as Peter Paul Rubens and Diego Velázquez.


For her canvases, Jolanta Kurzela usually uses linen or cotton fibers that are stretched onto a wooden frame or glued to wooden panels. Only after priming is the canvas ready for the painterly composition.


The style of realism that is expressed in her work aims to reflect visible reality as faithfully as possible. Portrait painting, one of the most demanding artistic subjects, requires not only technical skill, but also psychological understanding and a high sensitivity towards the model.


Vernissage of the Extraordinary Talents in the Laabs Art Gallery

We invite you to a special vernissage at the Laabs Art Gallery, a place where the passion for art unites the Laabs family. Discover the artistic works of Adam Laabs , Magdalena Laabs , Viktoria Laabs, Alexandra Laabs and Jolanta Kurzela, connected by the common family tradition and love of art. Read more ->

The multicolored composition in Kurzela's works brings dynamism and liveliness to any ambience. Her paintings, often characterized by a mood of melancholy, are reminiscent of the tendencies of the late 19th century, when decadent and catastrophic trends in painting became popular.

Jolanta Kurzela's works of art can be found in Poland, Germany, Monaco, Ukraine and Dubai and have proven popular both in individual as well as in group exhibitions. Her works, which capture both the beauty of women and the splendor of nature, represent a unique addition to any art collection.

 The collection “Flora and Portrait: Visions of Jolanta Kurzela”

The Collection “Flora and Portrait: Visions of Jolanta Kurzela” is an impressive compilation of works that showcase the beauty and diversity of the female form capture in harmony with nature. Each painting tells its own story, in which the subjects are depicted surrounded by vibrant, blooming flora.

Artist Jolanta Kurzela uses the power of color and form to explore and celebrate the connection between humans and nature.

In this collection, the rich, life-affirming colors of nature merge with the depth of human emotion expressed in the women's faces. The artist gives each figure unique features and character while emphasizing the universal themes of growth, renewal and natural beauty.

 Jolanta Kurzela's work is characterized by bold and intuitive brushwork that highlights the dynamics and spontaneous interplay between humans and the environment. Not only are her images visually fascinating, but they also invite us to reflect on the deeper connections between us and the world we live in.

"Thoughtful" - from 2020, 80x90 cm (sold)