JOANNA MUZYKA
Poland
Medusa, glass ring series
“The Medusa captures a fleeting moment - light meets shadow, animating a seemingly still object. These pieces meditate on the delicate balance between the ephemeral and the eternal, revealing a mindfulness often obscured by the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The rings become personal artifacts. Each form embodies a moment of transformation: molten glass, chaotic and undefined, cools into a solid and enduring form. This process mirrors the energetic transitions of life, where the old gives way to the new, creating space for growth and renewal.
For me as the creator, Medusa is deeply personal – it symbolizes my own journey of navigating societal patterns, embracing moments of uncertainty, and discovering new paths. It's a process of finding balance and meaning amidst the shadows.”
Material
borosilicate glass
Technique
lampworking
Polish artist Joanna Muzyka specializes in technique lampworking art and jewelry design. Joanna explores the delicate interplay of transparency, colour and texture, creating pieces that blur the lines between art and adornment. Joanna received her MA diploma in glass art and design from the E. Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław, Poland (2019). Joanna's creations emphasize storytelling, drawing inspiration from organic forms and everyday beauty, inviting viewers to emotionally connect with her work. Her dedication to her art and craft has been recognized with awards such as the Industrial Design Institute's 2023 Award for her “Lumea” jewelry collection. The artist has participated in numerous art and jewelry exhibitions in Poland, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Slovenia and Romania.
