Zofia Kierkus
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Zofia Kierkus

creative director, artist, designerLondon, United Kingdom
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Zofia Kierkus

creative director, artist, designerLondon, United Kingdom
About me
In my practice I’m looking for connections between human behaviour, rituals, nature and contemporary world. I’m working in between researching, writing, photography, art and design to explore contemporary world by observing, story-telling, designing concepts and systems. In 2022 I graduated from University of the Arts London with a degree in BA Interior Design, where I developed my consciousness on how spaces influence humans perceptions within different contexts. Currently, I’m based in London and I’m studying MA Curating Contemporary Arts at Royal College of Arts in London.
Projects
  • perediza // creative director
    perediza // creative directorPerediza is a print magazine and digital platform made by a group of young creatives, graduates, and artists. 'perediza' aims to make people question their surroundings and the world they experience today. Our magazine tackles topics such as the cultural industry, mental health, climate change, media & culture, the future of art and fashion, etc. We have four main categories in the following order: climate change, art, style, life. Currently, our main team is based in London and we’ve just
  • the critical place
    the critical placeThe critical place is an attempt to invert viewer from the passive, into the active, critical and aware spectator. Relating to the artworks in the individual way is the way to change the meaning of the value, from materialistic, into the personal, original meaning. Variety of individual, critical responses is effecting more diverse understanding of the art world and evoke new debates about the culture of contemporary world. In the world being constantly globalised, the urgent need for the distin
  • where to sit?
    where to sit?“where to sit?” is a collaborative publication exploring the topic of the seatings in the museum context. Working together with Nicole Rambla Bedwell we combined photography, writing and hand-craft (bookbinding) to create hand sized publication.
  • Lost and Found
    Lost and Foundseries of photographs shot on: Yashica FX-3, 35mm black and white film Lost and found is an attempt to break boundaries between body, architecture and natural forms. Photographs explore parallel worlds re-invented in a new context, initiating the following questions: What is the border between human and nature? Building and body? How do we perceive the human body when it’s captured almost as if they were a spatial form? Finding connections between behaviours, rituals, nature and modern world,
  • trampled
    trampledTrampled is a publication combining photography and poetry. What is home? Can forest be home? What feelings are evoked by the places we consider as home? Series of photographes on film shot on:  Zenit 12xp 35 mm Kodak Gold 200 creative and art direction: Zofia Kierkus photography: Zofia Kierkus text and editorial: Zofia Kierkus
  • i found a lake on the back of your body
    i found a lake on the back of your bodyI found a lake on the back of your body is a visual representation of the atmosphere in the fragment of Milan Kundera’s novel “The Unbearable Lightness of Being”. The suspension between the lightness and heaviness, feeling of vertigo, discomfort. How is the feeling perceived not only by mind, but also the body. shot on: Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III creative and art direction: Zofia Kierkus model: Nicole Rambla Bedwell
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Projects credited in
  • The White Sabbath by ABINTRA 8
    The White Sabbath by ABINTRA 8Event review of The White Sabbath a ceremonial event put together by ABINTRA 8 on the reinterpretation of spiritualism, occultism, and folk stories through the concept of “Light.” Article: perediza.com/articles/the-white-sabbath-by-abintra-8 Full credits: Art Director: Laura Macij @lauramacij Exhibition Curators: Mircha Ivens @mirchaivens Sarah-Lou Maarek @slimrk_ Curation Assistants: Melaine Huang @ihmelaine Naomi Larh @naomilarh Marie Hills @marie_hillsbutt Performers “The Feast” Lesley
  • Perediza - a magazine that questions
    Perediza - a magazine that questionsA London-based magazine featuring topics from climate change and lifestyle to art and style. Every content has a common thread of philosophising. Available in London, Copenhagen and Stockholm. W: www.perediza.com. IG: www.instagram.com/perediza/
Work history
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    Visitor Experience AssistantSomerset House
    London, United KingdomPart Time
    Assist internationally recognised galleries and art collectivesduring events including London Original Print Fair, PhotoLondon, and London Design Biennale. Participate in various training programs focused on quality customer service, health and safety and accessibilitystandards.
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    Creative DirectorPerediza Magazine
    London, United KingdomFreelance
    Co-directing a UK-based magazine with international distribution in esteemed stores and museums, including MoMA in New York and locations in Copenhagen, Stockholm and London. Shaping visual strategies for magazine issues, overseeing ateam of 25+ contributors and managing communication toensure a cohesive publication. Developed and executed marketing strategies for socialmedia platforms, driving a 30% increase in audienceengagement and reach. Organised issue ii launch event for over 150 people.
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Skills
  • Conceptual Design
  • Spatial Design
  • Analogue Photography
  • Photo Editing
  • Editorial Design
  • Publishing
  • Curatorial
  • Social Media Management
Education
    Royal College of Art logo
    Royal College of Art logo
    MA Curating Contemporary ArtRoyal College of Art
    London, United Kingdom
    University of The Arts London (UAL) logo
    University of The Arts London (UAL) logo
    BA(Hons) Interior DesignUniversity of The Arts London (UAL)
     - London, United Kingdom
    Chelsea College of Arts, UAL First Degree Honours