Milena is a recent Goldsmiths graduate and practising artist, with an interest in identity, using familiar objects to comment on social issues that affect us all, and expressing current political topics through the use of common materials and experiences.
She has a keen interest in how ideas and people are presented to an audience, and how they can be manipulated using language and visual cues, seeking new ways to engage spectators with her projects to create maximum impact.
Projects
Projects credited in
- 'MICHELLE'S DAY OUT''Michelle's Day Out' is an exploration of chance and deconstruction of narrative, centred around an occult-themed gathering. The soundtrack is a continuous recording from a radio, unedited. The concept for the soundtrack was to emulate a spirit box; a device used to communicate with spirits through radio channels. Shown at Rosemary Branch Theatre, London in March 2017. Direction, sound mixing, set and styled by Weronika Szymanek.
- 'ONE SIZE FITS NONE'A collection of absurdist sculptures, exploring the idea of useless objects and their affordances. The pieces are made to be uncomfortable and impossible to wear, thus subverting their original purpose. The film is a documentation of a performance which looks at how we could interact with useless clothes. Sculptures: wire mesh, clothes, emulsion paint. Creative direction, set, styling, photography, film by Weronika Szymanek. Modelled by Milena Szymanek and Vikki Chin.
- 'GUNS DON'T KILL PEOPLE, ASPICS DO'A project contemplating the representation of guns and violence in the media. Photography series featuring gelatine gun sculptures. Mix of black and white analogue and digital colour photos. Gun-shaped jellies made using gelatine, glycerine and food colouring. Selected for xhibit 2019, an annual showcase of the best emerging talent of University of the Arts London. Also displayed at Expression Martini 2: Double Shot, Hoxton Arches, March 2019. Creative direction, set, styling, photography by
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Work history
Programming and Publicity Committee Team MemberGoldsmiths, University of London
- London, United KingdomFreelance
Programming and Publicity Committee for Degree Show
As part of a small team I liaised with over 20 artists simultaneously to deliver a smooth-running festival programme, as well as plan and produce publicity material, and distribute it accordingly on social media sites. I have experience of leadership, and using initiative to deliver a successful campaign.
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Assistant to DirectorExpression Martini
- London, United KingdomFreelance
I assisted the Director of an up-and-coming creative arts organisation in delivering their second group exhibition. I was in charge of budgeting, liaising with sponsors and prospective venues, as well as with the 10 artists exhibiting. I assisted with the creation and continuation of the brand image in publicity material and on social media, developing my organisation skills and confidence in my professional abilities.
Skills
- Oil Painting
- Acrylic Painting
- Darkroom Printing
- Film Camera
- Editing
- Creating
- Image Making
- Deadlines
- Camera
- Directing
Education
BA (Hons) Drama and Theatre ArtsGoldsmiths, University of London
- London, United Kingdom
First Class Hons