WELCOME
As an artist, I explore contemporary femininity and its complexities through visual culture, examining how history shapes our perceptions. I use scale, texture, and symbolism to challenge traditional narratives.
As a visual arts teacher, I have experience with the Alberta Program of Studies and the IB MYP and DP Visual Arts curricula. I aim to develop resources that promote deep learning and engagement with art. These resources are open-ended and encourage individual creativity.
Here you will find engaging teaching materials, follow my creative progression through my work and learn about my latest academic projects.
CURRENT PROJECTS
Please join me at Canopy Wellness for my exhibition.
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The opening reception is October 9th from 6:30-8:30
Follow this link to RSVP (no RSVP is Necessary)
I am also hosting a workshop on October 17th:
"Suzanne's work is inspired by the subtle, often unnoticed ways people protect themselves through vigilance and the choices we make when feeling vulnerable, such as changing our route home, carrying keys between our fingers, calling someone when walking alone, or avoiding certain places.
At this free artist talk and workshop, Suzanne will share the ideas behind her work and invite participants to anonymously share their own stories of safety, vigilance, and strategies they've used when feeling unsafe.
Using remnants from Suzanne's quilts, participants will help create a visual representation of these quietly carried experiences. As an artist and activist, Suzanne hopes to foster a thoughtful space for creative sharing and visibility. Through storytelling, the workshop asks what might change when we share our private acts of self-protection openly.
The workshop is free, and participants can share only what feels comfortable."
This workshop is an extension of the "This One Time" Project Follow this link for more information:
Explore my artwork:
Sirens
The Sirens series explores defiance and humour through the middle-finger gesture, presenting strong, confident women who rebel against the expectations of femininity.
This One Time
The This One Time project explores the constant vigilance women carry against threat, using the everyday act of gripping keys as improvised weapons to reveal how fear, caution, and survival shape ordinary moments.
Protest Quilts
My quilts celebrate the art of quilting as a powerful medium, honouring textile artists and an art form layered with expression and community. Each quilt asserts a bold statement of warmth and solidarity.
Walking With Keys
My giant soft-sculpture keys are activated through performance, exploring safety, autonomy, and protection through scale, humour, and materiality.
Latest news
Stay up-to-date with the latest news, exhibitions, and events in Suzanne Piechotta's artistic journey.
Discover upcoming workshops, recent accolades, and exciting projects.