C. Gust - Chcę żyć

Creating 'I Want to Live,' I aimed to capture the threshold moment — that extraordinary, primal force that compels life to persist even in the most adverse conditions. This image is, for me, a manifesto of resilience.
I decided on a raw, almost monumental texture reminiscent of old tree bark or a cracked, rocky wall. Earthy browns, cool grays, and deep black dominate here. These vertical lines and cracks symbolize the weight of time, trauma, or difficult experiences that each of us faces.
Dark, vertical streaks crossing the canvas give the composition a certain unease. These are 'dead ends,' shadows that sometimes surround us.
Among this harshness, I placed the dandelions. Why them? Because they are common flowers, yet indestructible. Their intense yellow is the only pure color in the painting – the point where all energy and the will to survive are concentrated. They do not ask for permission to grow; they simply push through the darkness.
"I Want to Live" is not just a picture of nature. It is a portrait of the human psyche. I wanted the viewer, looking at these small flowers against the backdrop of a mighty, dark wall, to feel that vitality will always find a crack to emerge outward. It is a celebration of perseverance, resilience, and the beauty that is born from hardship.
For me, this image is a reminder: no matter how 'hard' and dark the surroundings seem, there is always room to bloom.



​G. Gust is the signature used by Grzegorz Gust (born 1973 in Grudziądz).
Jest is an active, contemporary artist specializing in mixed media painting, which allows him to experiment with various structures, textures, and light.
His work is a subtle blend of abstraction and surrealism with naturalist elements and a touch of fairy tale, symbolically conveying the harmony between humans and nature. The artist emphasizes emotional expression in his work, and his paintings invite viewers to reflect on the fleeting beauty of the surrounding world.
Grzegorz Gust is the author of solo and group exhibitions, and his works adorn private collections both domestically and abroad.
Member of ZAP (Association of Visual Artists).

The artist is present on the Polish art market.
His works appear at auctions, including Young Art auctions at renowned auction houses (e.g., Desa Unicum). Auction valuations suggest he is a recognizable name in this segment.
The auction description refers to him as an 'Artist and forester with a passion,' and his works are 'deeply rooted in nature and also in personal experiences,' which corresponds with the organic, dendritic style of the artwork.
It focuses on emotional expression and brings the viewer into a state of reflection on the surrounding world.
Grzegorz Gust is a contemporary Polish artist whose work plays a key role in exploring the harmony between nature and painterly form. His painting is characterized by a keen sensitivity to color and attention to the textural layer of the image. In his creative process, Gust often draws on botanical motifs, interpreting them in a subtle yet modern way. By employing bold background structures and a subdued color palette, the artist creates atmospheric compositions designed to bring tranquility and aesthetic balance to interiors. Grzegorz Gust's works are appreciated by collectors seeking authentic, subdued art that is meticulously crafted.
Grzegorz Gust (G. Gust) is a well-known and active painter in the context of Polish contemporary art, especially in the field of auction art.
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