Makowska’s scholarly approach often emphasizes that our understanding of history is not static. She argues that when we reflect on previous eras, we are seeing them through a "filtered lens," shaped by our current societal values and personal experiences. This perspective allows her to unpack complex subjects—such as the representation of women in Renaissance sculpture—in a way that feels relevant to modern audiences. Spotlight: "The Prostitute Saint" One of her most notable projects involves an analysis of "St. Mary Magdalene"
Makowska is currently developing a multi-channel installation titled The Archive of Almost , which collects discarded photographs from flea markets across Eastern Europe and projects them at 1/10th speed onto wet plaster walls. The plaster absorbs the light, making each image dissolve over several hours. The piece will debut at the Venice Biennale in 2026. naomi makowska
Makowska’s doctoral dissertation, titled "Women’s Production and Exchange of Forbidden Knowledge in Early Modern Italy," utilizes Inquisition trial records from Modena to reconstruct the lives of women often left out of traditional historical narratives. Her work focuses on: Spotlight: "The Prostitute Saint" One of her most
Makowska did not go viral overnight. Her growth story is one of patience. She began posting in 2018, during the explosion of the "studygram" and "cozy" corners of the internet. Initially, her content centered on book reviews and café hopping in Poland (where she spent her early twenties). The piece will debut at the Venice Biennale in 2026
Makowska’s academic journey is rooted in Canadian institutions known for their rigorous historical research:
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