Justina Kisielewicz, hailing from a country influenced and oppressed by colonial and neighboring powers like Russia, Germany, and Austria, has created a body of work that uses color and imagery as forms of resistance against the restrictions of the Soviet communist regime in which she grew up. In contrast to the austere and pragmatic appearance of that era, her work draws on universal popular culture and embraces the camp style, deliberately playing with excess and exaggeration to celebrate the extravagant, theatrical, and ephemeral.

Through vibrant colors, eye-catching patterns, and meticulous ornamental details, her work is primarily expressed in textiles, drawing, and painting. These techniques form the foundation upon which she builds a visual universe filled with conceptual and cultural references. While some references might be recognizable, they are transformed into something unexpected and provocative, making her work hard to place within a specific context.

Aware of colonialism as a shared historical drama that can mutate, reproduce, and adapt in different settings, Kisielewicz integrates appropriation as a fundamental aspect of her work. By employing elements of the camp style, she questions established norms and highlights the superficiality and excess of contemporary culture. Her work offers a visually stimulating experience that invites critical reflection on the themes it addresses.