Barbara Bańda: Exploring Vulnerability and Intrigue Through Surreal Collage Barbara Bańda, born in Zielona Góra, Poland, in 1980, stands as a compelling figure within contemporary visual art, recognized for her distinctive approach to painting and object art. Her artistic journey commenced with rigorous academic training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Poznań (2001-2006), providing her with a foundational understanding of artistic principles and techniques. Subsequently, she pursued doctoral studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice (2018), deepening her scholarly engagement with art hi…