graphic design | illustration | photography | audiovisual | animation | PR | education | production
In my creative work, I focus on the world of childhood memories, where I complement my stories in the form of poetry, short stories, or short films with scenes featuring distinctive geometric stylization and thoughtful composition. The main theme of the story is usually time or silence.
My main medium is photography and video, as well as pencil, tempera, and ink drawings combined with pastel drawings.
The minimalism of my images, whether in film or on paper, along with equally minimalist action, is enclosed in a time loop. The human figure appears only rarely, playing only a secondary role and often completely motionless and without character, serving as a symbol of humanity, while the focus is on the environment in which it lives. I capture quiet moments that are meaningless and imperceptible to others and present them in symbolic scenes.
I have illustrated my own books and in 2019 I made my debut with the short film Sebona, which was screened at Czech and international animated film festivals.
My latest film, Behind the Silence, was selected for the TOP 20 student films Magnesia Awards, announced as part of the Czech Lion Awards.
Education and Training
Master of Arts (MgA.) - Audiovisual Art: Animation
Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art - University of West Bohemia in Pilsen
2018 - 2022
Level in EQF: EQF level 7
Thesis: “Beyond the Silence” – original non-narrative animated film
Bachelor of Arts (BcA.) – Graphic Design and Illustration: Didactic Illustration
Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art - University of West Bohemia in Pilsen
2013 - 2016
Level in EQF: EQF level 6
Bachelor’s Thesis: Whispering Forgotten Things – an illustrated book of poetic stories for children
Work Experience
Public Relations Manager
City Architecture Office of Karlovy Vary – Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechia
05/08/2024 – 30/06/2025
- Developing and maintaining public relations strategy and communication with the public
- Preparing and distributing press releases, organising press conferences, media monitoring
- Planning and managing cultural and promotional events for various target groups
- Organising major city events, festivals and international cultural projects aimed at UNESCO World Heritage
- Copywriting and content creation for social media, website, newsletters, PR articles
- Graphic design and visual communication, preparation of promotional materials and publications
- Production and documentation (photography, video, promotional spots, presentations)
- Active communication with the public and stakeholders, participatory engagement
- Close cooperation with the city leadership
- Supporting participatory cultural projects in cooperation with local organisations
Gallery Educator, Public Relations Manager, Production Coordinator
Gallery of Art Karlovy Vary – Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechia
01/07/2023 – 31/07/2024
- Coordination and production of accompanying events
- Gallery education and art workshops for diverse audiences
- Graphic design for exhibitions, events and promotional materials
- Photography and documentation of exhibitions and cultural programmes
- PR activities, content creation and management of social media and website
- Cooperation with artists, curators and cultural institutions
Art workshop lecturer
Dizajnpark – Community and Cultural Centre – Karlovy Vary, Czechia
2023 - 2025
- Leading creative workshops and cultural programmes
- Designing and facilitating art and educational activities for children and youth
Art workshop lecturer and exhibition guide
DEPO2015 – Creative Zone – Pilzen, Czechia
2018 - 2023
- Facilitating art workshops for children, youth and adults
- Conducting thematic educational programmes for schools
- Guiding and supervising exhibitions and visitors
Reception and coordination assistant
Book World Prague, International Book Fair and Literary Festival – Prague, Czechia
2017 - 2023
- Providing information services and support at the information centre
- Assisting with organisational tasks for an international cultural event
Animation workshop lecturer
Animánie – International Festival of Animated Films and Educational Platform, – Pilsen, Czechia
2019 - 2021
- Designing and leading animation workshops and creative camps for children and youth
- Conducting educational programmes for schools
Animation workshop lecturer
Filmový uzel - film studio complex – Zlín, Czechia
2018
Exhibitions
Salon Šuplíkářů, 2025, joint exhibition, Výměník, Cultural and Creative Center, Karlovy Vary
Les pastilles des Grandes Villes d'eaux, 2025, joint exhibition of representatives of Great Spa Towns of Europe, Parc des Sources -Vichy (France)
[Anti-] Sound [Post-] Language, 2024, joint exhibition - selection of graduates, Pilsen City Gallery.
XY, 2022, Za - Site-specific video installation, participation in the 7th annual XY – a walk through exhibitions, a joint project of independent galleries in Olomouc, independent installation, Olomouc Museum of Art - 9:16pm gallery.
XY, 2022, Animation, 10th anniversary of the studio, joint exhibition, Monitor Gallery
20 years of the animation studio, 2018, joint exhibition of students, Alternativa Gallery, Zlín Cultural Institute.
Artistic internships and residencies
Les pastilles des Grandes Villes d'eaux, Vichy - France
April 5–13, 2025
Participation in an international artist residency in Vichy as part of the 200th anniversary celebrations of the pastille. Representative for Karlovy Vary.
Work: "The City Beneath the Ore Mountains" / acrylic on wood / 180 x 120 cm
Installation in Parc des Sources in Vichy until October 2025.
Presentation of the project together with representatives of the Great Spa Towns of Europe (UNESCO World Heritage List), each of whom decorated the pastille with motifs from their city.
Courses and certificates
How to write a press release that won't end up in the trash, 2025, Czech News Agency Academy
Artificial intelligence for my job, 2024, Jsme v kurzu
Communication skills in practice, 2024, Czech News Agency Academy