About Art
Driven by purpose. Built for impact. Powered by culture.
In both life and style, I’ve always been open to change. One day I might rock a beard, the next a sharp mustache. I’ve had long hair, no hair—each look reflects a new chapter in my journey.
I live in a house just a stone’s throw from the beach, where I share space with incredible people from Italy, Brazil, France, Belgium, and Spain. This vibrant mix of cultures is where I truly thrive. Living in such a dynamic, cross-cultural environment is a daily reminder of how diversity fuels my creativity, adaptability, and passion for connecting with others.
I’m on a mission to make growth and transformation accessible—helping people lead and work with purpose and connect across cultures. My work isn’t just about delivering insights, but about creating experiences that spark reflection and lead to lasting change—so the impact carries into everyday decisions and interactions.
If there’s one thing that truly makes me unstoppable, it’s food. Food isn’t just sustenance—it’s a reflection of culture, a universal language that connects us all. From savoring local delicacies around the world to exploring new flavors, my love for food is as deep as my passion for understanding different cultures. Food, like language and culture, is a powerful bridge—one that brings people together in the most meaningful way.
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.
4 facts about me:
1. I am a Polyglott.
2. I travelled 70 Countries so far.
3. I have lived in 5 countries.
4. The longest time I have ever lived in one house was 15 months.
Here Is How I Got Here:
My life has been a cultural rollercoaster—born in Poland, raised as a Hamburger. My curiosity and drive led me all the way to Australia, where I immersed myself in the diverse tapestry of cultures, then traveled New Zealand and through Asia, absorbing its vibrant contrasts. I explored the rich diversity of South America, where the rhythm of life pulses through every interaction. From the Canaries to the heart of Spain’s capital, I lived the exhilarating, ever-shifting rhythm of a global nomad. Each stop has deepened my understanding of what it means to truly connect across cultures. My academic journey in Frankfurt brought new layers of insight of intercultural communication and business, and now I reside in Lisbon, where every experience continues to fuel my passion for bridging cultures and empowering others to do the same. I am restless though and move around a lot. Home is where my head lies and that has been the case for a long part of my life.
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 of everything. 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:
Over the course of 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 to the mix—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 Olimpics 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.