Sobocka's paintings immerse viewers in the sensuality of water, blending shimmering beauty with an undercurrent of melancholy, capturing the profound duality of light and shadow in everyday moments
Sobocka's "Pools" series is inspired by the multifaceted sensations of water, both within and around the body, bringing pools, swimmers, and lakes to life through intricate plays of light and form. Her work delves into a spectrum of emotions and reflects on the complexities of existence. Sobocka’s fascination with water as a subject matter began beside a swimming pool one summer, where the feel of water against her skin and the sensory experience of being in and around it sparked a sense of wonder and artistic inspiration. Since then, the sensual and richly evocative nature of water has become a recurring theme in her artwork.
Echoing the iconic imagery of Jacques Deray's film "La Piscine" and the crystal-clear pools depicted by David Hockney, Sobocka places the interplay between water and the human body at the forefront of her artistic journey. Her work vividly captures the essence of summertime melancholy, where an undercurrent of unease often accompanies the glistening water, hidden within the shadows and obscure corners of sunlit scenes.
Sobocka delves into the various dimensions of water, from its tactile sensations to its distinctive aroma. To her, water signifies purification and has the power to cleanse memories and alleviate pain, while also offering pleasure and relaxation. Her paintings are marked by stark contrasts of light and shadow, bold lines, and vivid color contrasts. In this series, she adeptly contrasts the sharp edges of pools with the gentle curves of rubber floats, integrating deep shadows that leave a lasting impression on her characters. This duality—between light and dark, sharp and soft, joy and sorrow—forms the essence of her creative expression.