Krzysztof Konopka

artist

Krzysztof Konopka (b. 1963) is a contemporary Polish artist and the founder of 'orapism', an innovative art movement that integrates art, philosophy, and science. His artistic journey is rooted in a quest for self-identity, leading him to practice pure, intuitive creation. Drawing inspiration from Lao Tzu and thinkers like Eckhart Tolle, Konopka's work is characterized by a unique technique using palette knives and forks with oil on canvas, linen, and cardboard. He has exhibited internationally in cities such as Amsterdam, London, and Paris, and his art has influenced fashion collections and appeared in various media. Konopka continues to develop orapism, which encourages a transformation in perception from separation to integration, akin to a meditative process rather than traditional painting.