Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art And His Sad Life Story

He painted on hardwood boards he prepared himself. He mostly used oils, though he experimented with acrylics, too.

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Beksiński never provided names nor explanations for any of his paintings. 

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

While his art was grim, Beksiński was a kind man with a keen sense of humor

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

In 1984 he established a contract with Piotr Dmochowski, who spread his popularity in the west.

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Most of the the disturbing, apocalyptic artwork was made during the fantastic period that lasted up to mid 1980s.

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art

Polish Artist’s Terrifying Art