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Over six days, M-City covered the control tower at Stavanger Airport, Sola, with his post-industrial stencil work. The completed 600 square metres large artwork was the first of its kind in the world. The final design for the tower mixes a background of different blues with highly detailed black and white stencils presenting post-industrial elements from the inner workings of various machinery. All sides of the tower were covered, offering the viewer a different perspective from all sides.Mariusz Waras, professionally known as M-City, is a Polish artist best known for his large-scale industrial themed murals. Combining hundreds of hand-cut stencils, the artist creates monumental urban interventions mixing intricate black and white compositions with splashes of colour. The artist often draws inspiration from urban imagery like the factories, chimneys and cranes of his childhood in Eastern Europe.

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Mariusz Waras: The Pochoir Vision of Urban Landscapes

Mariusz Waras, known professionally as m-city, is a Polish artist born in Gdansk in 1978 who has rapidly established himself as a prominent figure in contemporary stencil art. His distinctive approach combines meticulous craftsmanship with imaginative conceptualization—a fusion that results in breathtaking murals and striking graphic prints exploring the intersection of industrial decay and surreal beauty. Waras’s artistic journey began with formal training at Gdansk Academy of Fine Arts, where he honed his skills in graphic art, equipping him with a foundational understanding of visual communication and design principles.

Early Influences: Waras cites influences ranging from Bauhaus aesthetics to the pioneering works of Surrealist artists like René Magritte and Giorgio Morandi. These inspirations underscore his preoccupation with exploring paradoxical juxtapositions and challenging conventional perceptions.
The Pochoir Technique: At the core of m-city’s artistic practice is the pochoir printing process—a technique dating back to the late 19th century that involves transferring images onto paper through stencils. This painstaking method demands precision, patience, and a deep appreciation for textural detail, resulting in prints imbued with an unparalleled sense of depth and atmosphere.

His artistic breakthrough arrived with his exploration of large-scale stencil art, where he utilizes pochoirs to craft imagined cityscapes—visions that transcend mere representation, delving into psychological landscapes populated by geometric forms and evocative textures. From Warsaw’s gritty industrial zones to Berlin's vibrant street corners and the bustling boulevards of Paris, Waras has adorned urban spaces with monumental murals that provoke contemplation and invite viewers to consider alternative perspectives on modern life. Collaborations with fellow artists have broadened his creative horizons and fostered a dialogue about artistic expression within public realms.

Notable Murals: Among his most celebrated projects are ‘untitled’ in Gdansk, showcasing a masterful blend of industrial imagery and surreal abstraction; ‘untitled,’ a bold graphic exploration combining cubism and Art Deco influences; and ‘untitled,’ a vibrant mural depicting stylized marine life against textured concrete. Each piece exemplifies Waras's commitment to pushing artistic boundaries.
Recognition & Exhibitions: His vision of the modern world gained international acclaim during an exclusive showcase in Danysz Shanghai in 2018, solidifying his reputation as a visionary artist shaping the landscape of contemporary art.

M-city’s work transcends stylistic categorization; it speaks to a broader concern with confronting anxieties about societal transformation and interrogating our relationship with the environment. Through his distinctive pochoir technique and captivating imagery—often characterized by unsettling juxtapositions and dreamlike qualities—Waras compels viewers to reconsider familiar landscapes and engage in dialogues about beauty, decay, and the enduring power of imagination. He continues to refine his craft and expand his artistic explorations, cementing his position as a significant voice within the global street art movement and an artist whose work resonates with profound intellectual and emotional depth.

mariusz waras

1978 - , Poland

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Artistic Movement Or Style: Stencil Art
Date Of Birth: 1978
Full Name: Mariusz Waras
Nationality: Polish
Notable Artworks: ['untitled']
Place Of Birth: Gdynia, Poland

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