Draft:Radka Bodzewicz

Radka Bodzewicz was born in Šumperk, Czech Republic, in 1991. From 2011 to 2017, she studied at the Academy of Fine Arts, Prague (AVU), where she focused on fine arts. She also studied at the Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, Scotland, at Gray's School of Art. These experiences in both Czech and international educational contexts have shaped her unique approach to combining traditional and contemporary artistic techniques.

Bodzewicz’s artistic practice explores themes related to philosophy, science, and the human experience, often employing a multidisciplinary approach. Her work combines traditional mediums, such as oil painting, with modern technologies, including 3D printing, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and projection mapping. This synthesis aims to bridge conventional art forms and digital innovation.

Bodzewicz is known for creating immersive installations that engage audiences through interactive elements. By layering digital content over physical paintings and sculptures, she challenges the boundaries between tangible and virtual spaces. Her art invites viewers to experience multidimensional interpretations of philosophical and scientific concepts.

Bodzewicz’s projects frequently center on philosophical and literary works, reflecting her interest in exploring profound human themes. Her exhibitions include reinterpretations of texts and theories by prominent figures:

• Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri – Bodzewicz created a 3D visual adaptation of Dante’s epic, exploring the journeys through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven. Integrating traditional oil paintings with digital media, this series examined themes of suffering, redemption, and spirituality..{{Cite web |last=Kaňková |first=Markéta |date=2021-03-07 |title=Peklo, očistec i radost zažíváme tady a teď. I proto mě zajímá Božská komedie, říká Radka Bodzewicz. Výjevy z ní namalovala ve 3D |url=https://vltava.rozhlas.cz/peklo-ocistec-i-radost-zazivame-tady-a-ted-i-proto-me-zajima-bozska-komedie-rika-8407064 |access-date=2024-01-23 |website=Český rozhlas |language=cs}}.

• The Myth of Eternal Return by Mircea Eliade – Bodzewicz explored Eliade’s concept of cyclical time and the idea of eternal return in human history. This project consisted of paintings and sculptures symbolizing the repetitive patterns of human experience.{{Cite web |date=2022-02-10 |title=Mýtus o věčném návratu se zacyklil v obrazech Radky Bodzewicz |url=https://ct24.ceskatelevize.cz/clanek/kultura/mytus-o-vecnem-navratu-se-zacyklil-v-obrazech-radky-bodzewicz-23616 |access-date=2024-02-06 |website=Česká Televize |language=cs}}.

• The Human Fate and Its Changing Face by Jaroslav Krejčí – This exhibition explored the evolving nature of human identity and the external influences that shape individual lives and destinies. Bodzewicz employed diverse visual media to articulate these complex themes.{{Cite web |date=2022-06-05 |title=Tapas |url=https://www.artmap.cz/artist/radka-bodzewicz/ |access-date=2024-02-06 |website=Artmap |language=cs}}.

• Paradise Lost by John Milton – Bodzewicz’s reinterpretation of Milton’s seminal work examined themes such as free will, moral choice, and divine authority. The project combined large-scale paintings with augmented reality elements, offering an interactive and multi-dimensional portrayal of the Fall of Man.{{Cite web |date=2023-05-31 |title=Radka Bodzewicz a její ďábel provedou diváky ztraceným rájem |url=https://www.ceskenoviny.cz/tiskove/zpravy/radka-bodzewicz-a-jeji-dabel-provedou-divaky-ztracenym-rajem/2372660 |access-date=2024-02-06 |website=ČTK |language=cs}}.

In 2023, Bodzewicz participated in the Czech Season at the Kunsthalle im Lipsius-Bau in Dresden, Germany, where her digital artworks were displayed alongside traditional Czech art. This exhibition marked a significant milestone in her international recognition.{{Cite web |date=February 2024 |title=All power to the imagination! Czech Season in Dresden |url=https://www.skd.museum/en/programm/alle-macht-der-imagination-tschechische-saison-in-dresden/ |access-date=20 November 2024 }}

Radka Bodzewicz's artwork has been prominently featured on the covers of Harper's Bazaar magazine, incorporating augmented reality (AR). These works blend traditional painting techniques with digital enhancements, creating an interactive experience for viewers. The integration of AR allows readers to engage with the artwork in immersive ways, enhancing its visual and experiential appeal.{{Cite web |date=April 2024 |title=Rozhovor s Radkou Bodzewicz v podcast Prague Art Week |url=https://www.boldgallery.art/artists/30-radka-bodzewicz/press/ |access-date=2024-11-20 |language=cs}}{{Cite web |date=March 2024 |title=Radka Bodzewicz: umělkyně, kterou milujeme|url=https://harpersbazaar.cz/art/radka-bodzewicz-umelkyne-kterou-milujeme/ |access-date=2024-11-27 |language=cs}}.

Beyond magazine illustration, Bodzewicz's art has also been featured in scientific and psychological journals, where it has been studied for its emotional and cognitive impact. Researchers have noted her distinctive fusion of traditional and contemporary elements, which elicits complex psychological responses. This dual artistic and academic interest underscores the interdisciplinary significance of her work.

Bodzewicz’s work has been widely recognized, with significant attention from both private collectors and international galleries. Her innovative integration of digital technology into traditional media has set her apart in the contemporary art world. Her exhibitions often draw both tech-savvy art enthusiasts and traditional art lovers, reflecting the broad appeal of her multifaceted practice.

Bodzewicz’s work has been featured in prominent Czech media outlets such as Český rozhlas and Česká Televize, where she has discussed her artistic process and the philosophical underpinnings of her work. Her ability to blend old and new media has earned her a reputation as one of the leading figures in the field of contemporary art in the Czech Republic.{{Cite web |last=Kovářová |first=Danica |date=2021-05-21 |title=Místo aut a dovolených podporuje české umění. Sbírku softwarového poradce zastřešuje téma cesty |url=https://forbes.cz/misto-aut-a-dovolenych-podporuje-ceske-umeni-sbirku-softwaroveho-poradce-zastresuje-tema-cesty/ |access-date=2024-01-23 |website=Forbes |language=cs}}

Radka Bodzewicz resides and works in Prague. Her artistic practice reflects a collaborative ethos, involving partnerships with technologists, digital artists, and other creatives. This approach enables her to explore innovative intersections of art, technology, and philosophy, advancing both individual and collective projects in her studio.

• 2024: ...pour a lot of thoughts into myself and quietly seek own sanctuary, solo exhibition at Galerie Uffo, Trutnov, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=3 September 2024 |title=RADKA BODZEWICZ: VPÍT DO SEBE MRAKY MYŠLENEK A POTICHU HLEDAT SVŮJ CHRÁM |url=https://uffo.cz/radka-bodzewicz-vpit-do-sebe-mraky-myslenek-a-potichu-hledat-svuj-chram-p1350/ |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2024: Inner Eden, group exhibition at Galerie Klatovy Klenová, Klatovy, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=3 August 2024 |title=Petra Švecová a Radka Bodzewicz / INNER EDEN |url=https://www.gkk.cz/cs/vystavy/archiv/petra-svecova-a-radka-bodzewicz--an-inner-eden-/ |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2024: Reverie, solo exhibition at Galerie Caesar, Olomouc, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=30 April 2024 |title=Radka Bodzewicz – Reverie |url=https://www.galeriecaesar.cz/Galerie%20Archiv/2024/381_Bodzewicz_Radka/bodzewicz_radka.htm |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2023: Czech Season in Dresden, digital art presentation at Kunsthalle im Lipsius-Bau, Dresden, Germany.{{Cite web |date=February 2024 |title=All power to the imagination! Czech Season in Dresden |url=https://www.skd.museum/en/programm/alle-macht-der-imagination-tschechische-saison-in-dresden/ |access-date=20 November 2024}}

• 2023: Paradise Lost, solo exhibition at Bold Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=31 May 2023 |title=Radka Bodzewicz: Paradise Lost |url=https://ceskegalerie.cz/en/vystavy/4973/radka-bodzewicz-ztraceny-raj |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2022: In Illo Tempore, solo exhibition at Václav Špála Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=4 February 2022 |title=Radka Bodzewicz IN ILLO TEMPORE |url=https://www.galerievaclavaspaly.cz/cs/vystava/in-illo-tempore/ |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2022: Tapas, solo exhibition at The Children's Gallery Lapidarium, Broumov, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=10 June 2022 |title=Radka Bodzewicz / Tapas |url=https://www.klasterbroumov.cz/vzdelavani/detska-galerie-lapidarium1/radka-bodzewicz-tapas/ |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• 2020: The Divine Comedy, solo exhibition at Bold Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=28 May 2020 |title=Radka Bodzewicz: The Divine Comedy |url=https://www.boldgallery.art/en/exhibitions/6-radka-bodzewicz-the-divine-comedy/overview/ |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=en}}

• 2019: The Garden of Epicurus, solo exhibition at Vyšehrad Gallery, Prague, Czech Republic.{{Cite web |date=7 June 2019 |title=The Garden of Epicurus |url=https://www.radkabodzewicz.com/garden-of-epicurus |access-date=20 November 2024 |language=cs}}

• [https://lipsiusbau.skd.museum/ Kunsthalle Lipsiusbau]