MACIEJ J
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(ASSOCIATION OF POLSIH ARTISTS IN GREAT BRITAIN EST. 1957)
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Since 2021 Maciej Jedrzejewski has been publishing satire in Tydzien Polski.
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EWAAC 2018
email me info@maciejarts.uk
Since 2021 Maciej Jedrzejewski has been publishing satire in Tydzien Polski.
Curated by Maciej Jedrzejewski and Malgorzata Kalinowska, the APA Winter Exhibition 2025 at POSK Gallery brings together a diverse and ambitious selection of contemporary works by members of the Association of Polish Artists in Great Britain. Marking a year of reflection and renewal, the exhibition honours the late Sławomir Blatton while showcasing a clear shift towards landscape, nature, and innovative three-dimensional practices. From sculpture and jewellery incorporating modern technologies to politically engaged printmaking and meditative painting, the exhibition highlights the evolving dialogue between Polish heritage and contemporary artistic expression. Open until 16 January 2026.
In my first experience as Assistant Manager at POSK Gallery, I had the privilege of supporting A D Tulloch – Dreams, Visions, Love & Living With Cancer. The exhibition explores art as therapy and ancestral connection, transforming the gallery into a space of reflection, dialogue, and healing.
In his latest curatorial feature for the Association of Polish Artists in Great Britain (APA), Maciej Jędrzejewski transforms the Untitled Winter Exhibition into a thoughtful visual narrative, weaving diverse artistic voices into a cohesive whole. Embracing an open, unthemed format, the exhibition highlights meaningful connections between works and invites viewers to explore unexpected dialogues within contemporary Polish art. This compelling curatorial approach reinforces APA’s tradition of showcasing breadth and innovation in painting, sculpture, and mixed media at London’s POSK Gallery.
Comic 1 (20 August 2021)
Original: I ZNOWU SAJGON. Translation: HERE WE GO AGAIN, SAIGON.
Topic: Joe Biden's Afghanistan withdrawal compared to Saigon. News Article: President Biden’s decision to withdraw US troops from Afghanistan led to chaotic scenes reminiscent of the fall of Saigon in 1975, with helicopters evacuating personnel from the US embassy in Kabul. This event marked the end of a 20-year conflict and has been widely criticized and compared to the hasty evacuation from Saigon.
Comic 2 (19 August 2022)
Original: BO PUTIN KAZAŁ MI ZABRAĆ WSZYSTKO ZE SOBĄ, GDY SIĘ WYPROWADZĘ. Translation: BECAUSE PUTIN TOLD ME TO TAKE EVERYTHING WITH ME WHEN I MOVE OUT.
Topic: Trump's Allegations about Putin and Classified Documents. News Article: The comic references former President Donald Trump’s controversial handling of classified documents. After leaving office, Trump faced scrutiny for allegedly taking sensitive information with him, and his relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin was often cited in discussions about his conduct and security concerns.
Comic 3 (2 July 2021)
Original: TEKSTY NA PODRYW 2021 BY MATT HANCOCK Translation: PICK-UP LINES 2021 BY MATT HANCOCK
Original: JESTEŚ TAK GORĄCA, ŻE DLA CIEBIE ZŁAMIE DYSTANS SPOŁECZNY Translation: YOU’RE SO HOT, I’D BREAK SOCIAL DISTANCING FOR YOU
Topic: Matt Hancock's Scandal and Social Distancing. News Article: Matt Hancock, the UK Health Secretary, was embroiled in a scandal when he was caught breaching COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. This incident led to his resignation and widespread public outrage due to the perceived hypocrisy, given his role in enforcing pandemic restrictions.
Comic 4 (28 May 2021)
Original: SWOJĄ PIOSENKĄ PORYWAM TŁUMY I SAMOLOTY. Translation: WITH MY SONG, I CAPTIVATE CROWDS AND PLANES.
Topic: Belarus Forces Plane to Land, Arrests Activist. News Article: In May 2021, Belarus forcibly diverted a Ryanair flight to Minsk to arrest opposition journalist Raman Pratasevich. The incident, condemned internationally, was seen as a violation of international aviation laws and a stark example of President Alexander Lukashenko's crackdown on dissent.
Comic 5 (23 July 2021)
Original: BORIS JEŚLI MNIE ZWOLNISZ, POSKARŻĘ SIĘ MAMIE, BABCI I BBC!! Translation: BORIS, IF YOU FIRE ME, I’LL TELL MY MUM, GRANNY AND THE BBC!!
Comic 5 (23 July 2021)
Topic: Dominic Cummings and Boris Johnson. News Article: Dominic Cummings, former chief adviser to Prime Minister Boris Johnson, was a central figure in several controversies, including his breach of lockdown rules. His tumultuous relationship with Johnson and eventual departure from the government were widely covered in the media.
Comic 6 (27 August 2021)
Original: PRZYRZEKAM NA TEN PALEC... RÓWNOUPRAWNIENIE. Translation: I SWEAR ON THIS FINGER... EQUALITY.
Topic: Taliban Promises of Equality. News Article: Following the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, there were numerous statements from Taliban leaders promising to respect women’s rights within Islamic law, which were met with widespread scepticism and concern from the international community.
Comic 7 (21 May 2021)
Original: EMIGRACJA TO NIE BAJKA. Translation: IMMIGRATION IS NOT A FAIRYTALE.
Comic 7 (21 May 2021)
Topic: Immigration Challenges. News Article: The comic addresses the harsh realities of immigration, countering the often idealised view. It reflects the struggles faced by immigrants in integrating and the bureaucratic challenges they encounter in new countries.
Comic 8 (9 April 2021)
Original: PATRZ PODROŻAŁO. BREXIT Translation: LOOK, IT’S BECOME MORE EXPENSIVE. BREXIT
Topic: Brexit and Economic Impact. News Article: The Brexit transition led to increased costs and economic disruptions, affecting various sectors in the UK. This comic highlights the financial consequences and increased expenses resulting from the UK's departure from the EU.
Comic 9 (3 September 2021)
Original: JEDNI WYCHODZĄ Z EUROPY, A DRUDZY PRZYCHODZĄ... Translation: SOME LEAVE EUROPE, AND OTHERS COME IN...
Topic: Post-Brexit Migration Issues. News Article: Post-Brexit, the UK experienced significant changes in migration patterns, with complexities arising from the new immigration policies. The comic illustrates the ongoing debates about who is leaving and who is entering the country, symbolising the broader impacts of Brexit on population movements.
EWAAC 2018