illustration

My favourite pieces of commissioned work are Potterhead illustrations, despite the considerable time I invest in ensuring they are book-accurate and adding countless tiny details. As a Potterhead myself, this universe is obviously the easiest for me to illustrate. But Star Wars-themed works proved to be equally enjoyable :)

Truth be told, it all started with Pop Culture Portraits. I found my calling in providing geeks across the world the experience of becoming a wizard, an intergalactic scoundrel or a superhero, or literally any other character of their choosing. Of course, I accept commissions for 'normal' portraits too, though I always add that extra spark of magic.

Another of my magic-related projects is the Patronus Pet Portrait. It's a relatively simple concept, especially compared to some of my more complex illustrations. It began with my discovery of the Bloom tool in Procreate, and resulted in a collection of glowing pets.

Posters are the paintings of the digital era. They can be purely decorative or convey a vision; and in my case, the latter is more accurate. I almost always start with a concept, and then gradually flesh out the composition, colours, and other elements that make it uniquely mine. Some of my pieces have taken me months to complete until I was finally satisfied with the result. This ensured a level of quality that withstood my artistic evolution: my style has matured, yet some of my earliest works remain among those I'm most proud of.

IT-related posters hold a special place in my heart. Having worked with tech companies for most of my adult life, I've gained a unique perspective that allows me to translate IT lore into multi-contextual, yet easily relatable art.

I think there's no greater compliment for an illustrator than someone choosing to wear their art. That's why I greatly enjoy designing T-shirt prints. Whether they end up on a single piece of clothing made for someone special or as a conference tee worn by hundreds, it's all incredibly rewarding.

Illustration can be applied to so many different physical products, and that is part of what I love about it. I created the above pieces as mug prints for a Polish IT company. The first one is, of course, inspired by the well-known 'This is fine' meme (originally a comic strip by K.C. Green), while the second one plays on a phrase from one of the most iconic Polish films, Boys Don't Cry (2000).

Above is a mural project that I designed for a restaurant in the United Arab Emirates. It features a map of Naples (home of Italian pizza), New York (famous for its American burgers) and Al Ain, where the PNB restaurant is located. The owner wanted the mural to reflect the diversity and atmosphere of these cities, as well as the food they are famous for. This is the largest illustration I have worked on so far - I drew it to scale, of course, but the final artwork is roughly 1 by 3 metres.

A while ago, I had the pleasure of preparing a set of six illustrations for perfume boxes, inspired by Medieval Persian art. Each fragrance is represented by a different primary colour, and the characters and fauna vary slightly. The project was very demanding both in time and effort, but the result speaks for itself.

I have a vast collection of greeting cards and wedding invitations that I have illustrated for corporate partners and individual clients over the years. I find such projects exceptionally rewarding because their main purpose is to bring joy.

Every year since 2020, I have designed my own Christmas card and printed about 25 copies, which I then sent to clients, friends, and family. Although writing over 20 personal messages is quite challenging, it gives me an opportunity to connect with people on a more personal level.

Yes, I Can! is the first book that I illustrated. It's a short and sweet story about a little girl overcoming her limitations. It was self-published on Amazon by the author, Marzena Rudyk. I was delighted to work on this project, as I aspire to become a full-time illustrator of children's literature.

I almost got a second children's book illustration job, but unfortunately the project was cancelled. However, I did draw a sample illustration for the book, as it was vital to maintain the vibe of the first part of the story that had already been published. What you see above is a two-page spread.

Portraits are often considered the most demanding aspect of drawing. But, I have to say, they are so much more worthwhile than shading apples for the tenth hour! And I very much need this internal drive to improve my drawing skills. I think I've drawn hundreds of faces since the beginning of my artistic journey, and I can distinctly see how my drawing style has evolved through them.

And here are some pieces that don't fit into any other category: Skillshare projects, art challenges, fan art and other random ideas that I've put down on paper over the years. I have chosen seven examples serving as a representation of all my works in progress, quick sketches, and any other finished and unfinished creations lurking in the depths of my computer.