Paweł Pauksztełło ANIMATION & MOTION DESIGN

“Ecce 3” is my original animation created for the XIV Edition of the DFF Slavangard 2020 in Kraków, inspired by the theme “The Face of the Earth.” The film takes viewers on a symbolic journey through the story of creation - from the birth of the Earth and the emergence of humanity to reflections on our place in the unfolding history of the world.  A central element of the animation is the vision of the New Earth - a powerful symbol of renewal, hope, and spiritual transformation. This perspective adds a deeper layer to the narrative, encouraging viewers to look beyond the past and consider the future of creation.  Reaching the finals of the XIV Slavangard Edition was an incredible honor and confirmed that the symbolic and visual language of “Ecce 3” resonates with audiences. I invite you to discover the film and explore this journey through the faces of the old and the New Earth.

“Ecce 2” is my personal visual reflection created for the 13th DFF Slavangard, shaped around this year’s theme: “The Power of Taste.” While working on the piece, I turned to imagery that has long fascinated me - the prophetic visions found in the Book of Ezekiel and the Book of Revelation.  Both texts contain a striking, symbolic motif: the eaten book or scroll. It is an act that goes far beyond reading. The word becomes something physical - an experience with a taste that stays within the person and sets transformation in motion. Sweet and bitter at once. A taste that demands response.  In my project, I try to capture that moment when a human being doesn’t merely encounter a message but lets it enter, allowing it to become part of the inner self. In this sense, taste is not simple pleasure - it is a force capable of shifting, stirring, and guiding, often toward unexpected places.  “Ecce 2” is my attempt to portray this tension between word and experience, vision and it...

“Ecce” is my original animated project created for the 12th edition of the Slavangard Festival in 2018, whose theme was “Behold the Man.” This concept became the foundation for a visual exploration of human nature - its fragility, inclination toward sin, and the longing for redemption.  The film emerged as an attempt to translate these ideas into a symbolic and experimental visual language. Ecce went on to win the main award in the Animated/Experimental Film category at Slavangard 2018.  The project was also officially selected for the competition of the International Film Festival Etiuda&Anima 2018 in Kraków, a recognition that highlights the relevance of its artistic form and thematic depth.  

Special Prize in the "Kielce in Animation" Competition for "KOLORY DWA"  The final gala of the second edition of the national competition "Kielce in Animation", held at the Moskwa cinema in Kielce, brought me a distinction in the form of a Special Prize. My competition entry, titled "Kolory dwa" (Colors Two), was evaluated by a jury chaired by Zbigniew Żmudzki - the Oscar-winning producer of "Peter and the Wolf."  In the statement of the verdict, Mr. Żmudzki emphasized the fully professional level of the production, pointing out the film's potential for participation in international film festivals. This is a crucial confirmation for me of both the technical and artistic quality of this project.  Continuation and Change in Visual Language  The film "KOLORY DWA" is a conceptual continuation of my previous work, "KOLORY", which won first place in the inaugural edition of the competition in 2014...

1st Prize in the "Kielce in Animation" Competition for "KOLORY"  It is with great satisfaction that I announce that my animated film, "KOLORY", has won first place in the debut edition of the national competition "Kielce in Animation." The final gala, held at the Moskwa cinema in Kielce, was the culmination of weeks of work on a pioneering way of presenting my hometown. The jury, chaired by Zbigniew Żmudzki (Oscar-winning producer of "Peter and the Wolf"), praised the originality of the concept and the visual consistency of the project. Winning among such a prestigious group is an important incentive for me to continue my explorations in the field of moving images.  Artistic Concept: The City in Colors  The "KOLORY" project is an original interpretation of the architecture and symbolism of Kielce. In contrast to traditional documentary forms, I focused on dynamics, color saturation, and the fluidity of trans...