kipi

beautiful math - science as art - natural design

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania On Etsy since 2007

289 Sales

kipi

beautiful math - science as art - natural design

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | 289 Sales

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Announcement    Affordable, eco-friendly art to spice up your space ❤ - I am an artist formerly based in NYC (now Philadelphia) with a background in biology, botany, pre-medical studies, and fractal geometry. I have translated my interest in science into works of art through these small, HANDMADE ORIGINAL PAINTINGS on old science and history book pages - upcycled, renewed, and transformed into dynamic mixed media color studies. Go ahead and shop, I'll make more!

My altered book paintings (now also available as giclee' reproductions) make perfect wall art gifts for housewarmings, weddings, holidays, birthdays, baby showers, anniversaries, or for simply starting (or adding to) an art collection in an affordable and colorful way.

Open since 2007 - My artwork is all original, handmade, eco-friendly, and affordable.

What gives the artist real prestige is his [her] imitators. -Igor Stravinsky
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- facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/kipiski.art
- older/ large paintings: www.kipiski.com
- pinterest: wwwpinterest.com/kipiski
- twitter: @kipiski
- linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/kimpiotrowski
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I have opened a new shop too - please visit: www.kipicreative.com for all of your handmade (hand-assembled) stationery needs made from my photographs from around the globe. Enjoy!

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Last updated on Jul 22, 2020

Affordable, eco-friendly art to spice up your space ❤ - I am an artist formerly based in NYC (now Philadelphia) with a background in biology, botany, pre-medical studies, and fractal geometry. I have translated my interest in science into works of art through these small, HANDMADE ORIGINAL PAINTINGS on old science and history book pages - upcycled, renewed, and transformed into dynamic mixed media color studies. Go ahead and shop, I'll make more!

My altered book paintings (now also available as giclee' reproductions) make perfect wall art gifts for housewarmings, weddings, holidays, birthdays, baby showers, anniversaries, or for simply starting (or adding to) an art collection in an affordable and colorful way.

Open since 2007 - My artwork is all original, handmade, eco-friendly, and affordable.

What gives the artist real prestige is his [her] imitators. -Igor Stravinsky
_______________________________________________________________

- facebook fan page: www.facebook.com/kipiski.art
- older/ large paintings: www.kipiski.com
- pinterest: wwwpinterest.com/kipiski
- twitter: @kipiski
- linked in: www.linkedin.com/in/kimpiotrowski
_______________________________________________________________

I have opened a new shop too - please visit: www.kipicreative.com for all of your handmade (hand-assembled) stationery needs made from my photographs from around the globe. Enjoy!

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About kipi

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On Etsy since 2007
  • Hard At Work - in the 1970s
  • My Palette
  • Tools of the trade.
  • My trusty drawing table.
  • Some of my favorite pieces.

Art As Transition - From organic chemistry to fractal geometry in one visit to NYC

I've always been artistic. Peers and family members championed me since my early years as one of those creative types with some talent. My artistic endeavors were furthered by my dad who taught me stained glass, glass etching, and b&w photography. It all came to me so naturally.

As a four year old without siblings, I worked tirelessly at my pint-sized craft table. Putting aside my dolls, I used every spare moment for making art- crafting decorations out of construction paper, markers, pipe cleaners, and glitter of every hue. In our house, nothing was hung on the refrigerator, but on the front door where passers-by could admire my latest masterpiece. My designs were officially on display in my first “gallery.” Feeling a bitter rivalry with the holiday gewgaws my mom purchased at the local five and dime for Halloween or Christmas, my homemade versions had to be superior to anything that was store-bought.

The work of Norman Rockwell was the only art I knew aside from my own creations, and I believed that all painting and drawing must look photorealistic in order to be deemed worthy of the title, "art". Later, the study of modern art made me realize how beautiful loose brush strokes and mark-making could be, and was a fine example in setting me free with my own painting.

In college, I declared biology with a pre-med focus as my major because one must have a "real job" in the real world. As a break from organic chemistry and vertebrate zoology, I joined the art majors on a trip to NYC. I saw an incredible exhibition where every piece mirrored my scientific studies but on these walls, were transformed into something so beautiful. I knew that these expressive works conveyed what I was trying to communicate in my own artistic dabbles. My instincts revealed that I had no desire to study medicine, and changed my major to fine art as soon as I returned to campus.

Chemistry and biology soon gave way to drawing and color theory. I also painted a relatively new discovery in mathematics, fractals, and worked with the math department to understand their existence. By incorporating science into my painting, I remained connected to my artistic roots and medical studies simultaneously. My art can now be described as the confluence of my science background with the patterns and inspiration of my urban environment, particularly colorful graffiti murals.

Art as a career path has been full of challenges and sacrifices. In the end, I know that I didn't choose art, but art chose me.

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  • Kim Piotrowski - KIPI

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    I am inspired by common everyday things- fashion, fabrics, geometric patterns, retro wallpaper, biological forms, my travels, and the colorful, billowy look of graffiti. I mix all of these concepts together in my paintings and my work is handmade.

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Last updated on March 23, 2019
Thank you for looking at my work.

I use archival materials where possible - from the clear sleeve that encases and protects your new art investment to the fabric tape that I sometimes use to reinforce areas of these small paintings. I also use recycled cardboard inserts to help protect the paintings from bending. These are meant to be temporary measures against bending during mailing and should not be stored with the piece for great lengths of time.

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I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Contact me within: 7 days of delivery
Ship items back within: 14 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
  • Custom or personalized orders
  • Perishable products (like food or flowers)
  • Digital downloads
  • Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
  • Items on sale
Returns and exchange details
As a starving artist, I cannot accept returns. But I also want you to be happy with your purchase. If you are completely unsatisfied with my work, please contact me immediately within seven (7) calendar days from the date I mailed your item.
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SHIPPING: I always try my best to get your order out within two (2) days after your order is place. I will always tell you when I expect to send it out, so you will know when to expect it. Protective packaging included.
Additional policies and FAQs
Please contact me for any custom orders. I am happy to work with you if you're looking for something special for yourself or for someone else.

COPYRIGHT NOTICE: No artist wants to have their work stolen! Unfortunately, I have had personal experience in this area. Please note that all paintings, photographs, and/or other works of art (as applicable) listed here are copyrighted - even if you make a purchase. © All images are copyrighted, all rights reserved.

-That means these images are not to be used in any manner without asking first - BLOGGERS welcome, but I would just appreciate a heads' up about your post.

-This also means that I have the right to make prints or other reproductions of any originals of my own work for re-sale. Thank you and enjoy!