This project was more than just a technical task from the very beginning. From the moment the National Museum in Kraków invited us to collaborate, we knew it would be a challenge combining craftsmanship, design, and art. The goal was to create a neon that would greet visitors to the exhibition dedicated to Tamara Łempicka — an icon of Art Deco style.
Our first thought? “This sign must capture the energy and brilliance of her paintings!”
Letters that draw you into the story
Imagine a dark corridor leading to the exhibition hall. Before you see a single work by Łempicka, a glowing sign greets you. Instantly, you know you are entering a world full of elegance and character. We wanted each letter to live and breathe, so we designed a two-part composition: “TAMARA ŁEMPICKA”.
Hand-bent glass tubes, warm white light, and subtle pulsation ensure the sign doesn’t overwhelm but emerges from the darkness like the first confident brushstroke on a black canvas.
A subtle nod to Art Deco
Slender, geometric letters are our tribute to the era Łempicka helped shape. Precise lines guide the eye exactly where it should go, with proportions and rhythm inspired by her signature diagonal compositions.
Installation in the heart of the exhibition
The neon was mounted on a black backing that blends seamlessly with the wall. The viewer sees only pure typography in fiery glass, while all the technical elements — wires, fixings, transformer — remain hidden. The intention was for visitors to feel the light itself, not its construction.
From concept to first spark
Technically, everything worked flawlessly. But what brings us the most pride is becoming part of a larger story — about an artist who could combine sensuality with precision in a single brushstroke.
We thank the National Museum for their trust, and Tamara Łempicka for the inspiration. Because light can tell stories as beautifully as art itself.