Graffiti Artist Soapski: Street Art Wall Paintings—Surreal & Hyperrealistic Urban Art

​I was born and raised in Bydgoszcz, Poland, and this city has always been a big part of who I am. Growing up in the 90s, everything felt raw and changing. Hip-hop and graffiti became my way of living. As a teenager, I was part of the graffiti crew B2 in my hometown, and it wasn’t just about art—it was about lifestyle and making our mark on this culture.

 

After years of honing my skills in street art, I eventually left Poland and spent time in different parts of Europe. Living in the UK was a big shift for me. It opened up new artistic possibilities. I had my first big moment in 2008 when I exhibited my Hyperrealistic Portraits Collection at the Metropolis Art Gallery in Bournemouth.

 

Back in the day, I spent time painting custom cars and motorcycles in a garage, and it had a positive impact on my craft. It’s funny how all those skills from different stages of my life are now coming together in my current work.

 

I’m still painting and exploring new ideas. I draw a lot of inspiration from music, and from my experiences with psychedelics and video games, which have always opened up my imagination. I’m fascinated by the blend of the real and virtual worlds, and that tension is something I try to capture in my art. I’m committed to keeping my work at a high level of aesthetic quality, perfecting every smallest detail with my own hands.

 

Even though I’ve exhibited my work in places like London, I don’t chase after fame or recognition. I’ve been lucky enough to have some of my pieces end up in private collections, and it’s always a great feeling when someone connects with what I’ve created. But at the end of the day, I just want to keep evolving through painting and stay true to what’s always driven me—making art that has a soul.

 

Buy my art before I’m dead.