About Art
I help international teams flourish by using the science of interculturalism, storytelling and practical tools that really work.
When I moved to Costa da Caparica, a friend joked, “Now you’re a Costarican too!” I liked the sound of it, so I adapted the joke and turned it into something meaningful — and 'Arthurican' was born!
I’m on a mission to build cultural awareness in international work environments. I help people to lead and work across cultures more effectively. My work isn’t just about delivering insights, but about creating experiences that spark reflection and lead to lasting change impacting everyday decisions and interactions. A big part of my mission is to help people become more aware of the world beyond their own culture, enabling them to engage with greater empathy, openness and humanity.
I embrace diversity, not just in appearance, but in thought, culture, and experience. This love for transformation is what drives my work in intercultural communication. Just as I adapt my look, I help others navigate and thrive in diverse cultural landscapes, where flexibility and openness lead to the richest connections.
Work
Over the last decade, I’ve had the privilege of teaching people from all over the world how to speak, connect, and truly communicate. Teaching has always been my go-to. It’s where I feel at home, and it’s what I want to keep doing. My mission? To keep bridging people and cultures, and help others become better communicators across borders, backgrounds, and belief systems.
For me, culture isn’t an add-on – it’s the baseline. What’s “normal” for one person is often completely foreign to another. I learned that early in life, but I’ve also seen how many people still overlook it.
That’s where I come in. I help you spot what’s hidden in plain sight – those cultural nuances you didn’t know were shaping your words, actions, and assumptions. I’ll guide you to see more, understand more, and connect more deeply than you ever thought possible.
Culture &
Languages
Throughout my life, I’ve dipped my toes into 10 languages – though if I’m being honest, I’d only claim 5 of them on a good day. I grew up bilingual, speaking Polish at home and German in everyday life. English joined the mix when I was 11, followed by French in school.
Things got really exciting when I moved to the Lanzarote and picked up Spanish. For a few years I lived “La vida loca” then later added Portuguese, eventually spending half a year in Brazil to really get into the rhythm (and the samba — not really). Most recently, I’ve started learning Italian, because why not? Oh, and I’ve also tried my hand at Russian for a whole academic year and Japanese to work at the Olympics in 2021 But when I got to Hebrew… let’s just say after four weeks, I decided the next language I should learn is guitar. I never did.
Sustainability
Sustainability matters to me. While I offer in-person workshops around the world, I travel consciously. I combine trips when possible, choose trains over planes whenever I can, and make intentional choices to reduce unnecessary impact. As someone who lives and works between cultures, I believe in showing up fully – without leaving a heavy footprint.
If my journey inspires you to work with me, you can learn more about how on the next page.