Landscape in Konstancin 

Iwo Zaniewski painted this landscape in Konstancin, Poland. Zaniewski came of age in Poland during the late decades of Soviet influence, a time marked by political tension and social change. His painting carries an emotional resonance, where serene depictions of nature become a form of subtle commentary on themes of identity and belonging. Zaniewski’s choice to paint Konstancin, a place that perhaps holds personal significance, reflects an investment in local narratives. The artist avoids grand narratives in favor of focusing on his own place in the world. The subdued palette, dominated by shades of green, evokes a sense of tranquility and perhaps, a quiet resistance. There is a tension in this work, a sense of the artist quietly embedding personal and cultural identity in this unassuming landscape.