Sylwia Ciszewska-Pęciak , I am a photographer and sociologist based in the United Kingdom.
Putting down roots in my new home allows me to explore the cosmopolitan nature of West Bromwich by recording life on the street. In my street photography, I capture unposed moments: those candid, fleeting moments when people are most themselves, moments of introspection, joy, and ambiguity.
The birth of my daughter led me towards documentary photography, becoming a form of self-reflection and self-therapy. I faced my inner world. By directing the camera towards myself, I can tell my own story, express my experiences and inner conflicts - self-portraiture is a symbol of my internal struggle, development, dreams, and concerns. Through photography, I strive to delve into various aspects of motherhood - from joy and fulfillment to challenges and questioning of my own worth.
I am part of the Women in Street collective. My work has been presented at collective exhibitions both in Poland and abroad.
