Daria Kardaś
First and last name
Daria Kardaś
Date of birth
1993, Poland
Daria Kardaś, born in 1993, holds a master’s degree in painting from the Faculty of Arts at the Pedagogical University. Currently residing and creating in Gdańsk, she explores themes of mystery, unease, and primal emotions in her work. Her art immerses the viewer in a world of untold stories, delving into motifs of loneliness, intangible threats, and a dark, primal force lurking in the background.
Kardas' creative journey has evolved under the influence of personal experiences, including motherhood, which prompted deeper introspection and a confrontation with her own fears. Her current focus lies in depicting fear in its many forms, presenting it as a constant, invisible companion throughout human history. Her works convey an atmosphere of claustrophobia, a sense of freedom under threat, and childhood-rooted fears, symbolized by the figure of a massive dog. This artistic exploration is ongoing, with new pieces in her studio revealing further facets of fear and the human psyche.
Selected artistic achievements:
In September 2024, Kardaś participated in the international exhibition "SENDER: Paweł Petasz / RECEIVER: The Whole World" at Galeria El in Elbląg. That same month, she won an award in the international competition "Witkacy Under Thatched Roofs" in Słupsk for her diptych "Transience." In October 2024, her work gained public recognition, securing fourth place in the audience vote during the "Art in the Forest" exhibition in Gdańsk.
