Hello, I'm Lenka

My full name is actually Lenka Ševčíková – an everyday name in my home country of the Czech Republic. Since I've been living in Luxembourg, however, I've found that it's not so easy to pronounce here. That's why I use the name Lenka Seva for my art, which is how I sign all my paintings and works.

Am I an artist?

Actually, I should confidently write at this point: "I am an artist." But honestly, I don't quite dare to, even though I spend a lot of time drawing and painting. The word "art" has something unattainable about it for me. That's why I prefer to focus on the joy of creating – on free thinking, playing, and experimenting. Whether someone later calls it art? That would be a wonderful bonus.

Back to childhood

Playing is the main reason I paint. It takes me back to a carefree childhood where you could simply try things out – without a goal, without a plan, simply because it was fun.

I don't paint for grand messages or social criticism. For me, painting is a game. Colors are my building blocks, with which I test what I can create. What's important to me is to get in touch with myself and bring a piece of me into visible form – ideally in a fear-free state, when I feel the energy of joy.

My work

Besides free painting, I also work in surface design. There I create, for example, fabric patterns, postcards on specific themes, or products for scientific institutions.

Let's start a conversation

I'm very open and enjoy working with other people. Are you looking for an illustration for your project? A custom painting? A creative surface design? Then let's talk! Feel free to write me an email (hallo@lenka.lu)

My Educational Journey

Diplomas and titles aren't that important to me – but I love learning itself. Here's an overview of my education:

Art School

Graduated in graphic design. Here I learned the fundamentals of painting, photography, drawing, and sculpture – but above all, creative thinking and innovative problem-solving. During this time, I also began teaching art courses for children.

University: Art Education

I enjoyed working with children and teaching came naturally to me. At the Faculty of Education, I combined my two passions: art and children. At the same time, I worked as a freelance illustrator for a children's magazine, performed in improv theater, and spent 6 months as an exchange student in Nuremberg.

Homeschooling (6 years)

After the birth of my two children, I decided to teach them at home. I was their teacher and mother at the same time – we learned together and did many exciting and adventurous things together. This period brought me valuable experiences and deepened our relationship. Meanwhile, I attended courses in intuitive pedagogy with Pär Ahlbom and taught painting courses for seniors.

Lifelong Learning

Language courses (German, French, Luxembourgish), online courses in illustration and marketing – I enjoy learning something new every day. For me, learning is a lifelong process.

Artistic Skills

  • Painting (watercolor, pastel, acrylic)

  • Drawing and illustration (digital & analog)

  • Graphic design

Pedagogical Skills

  • Art education (art courses for children and adults)

  • Art didactics & lesson planning

  • Homeschooling (6 years of experience)

  • Leisure activities & group work

Language Skills

  • Czech (native language)

  • German (very good)

  • French (I can communicate)

  • Luxembourgish (I understand, but I make many mistakes when speaking)

  • English (I want to improve)

Additional Competencies

  • Creative & innovative thinking

  • Problem-solving

  • Independent learning & continuing education

Strengths

  • Creativity: I love to experiment freely and try new things

  • Working with children: Working with children comes easily to me and gives me great joy

  • Willingness to learn: I enjoy learning new things and am open to various topics

  • Flexibility: I can adapt well to new situations

  • Empathy: I can put myself in others' shoes easily

Weaknesses

  • Taking on too much at once: Sometimes I take on more than I can accomplish

  • Organization: Structure and order don't always come easily to me

  • Finishing projects: I find it difficult to truly bring things to completion

Personal Values

  • Joy in the creative process is more important than the final result

  • Play & experimentation as a working principle

  • Free, self-directed learning (for oneself & children)

Intercultural Experience

  • Living in different countries (Czech Republic, Belgium, Luxembourg)

  • Exchange semester in Nuremberg

  • Au-pair experience in Germany and the Netherlands

Special Life Experience

  • 6 years of homeschooling with our both children

  • Organization of forest meetings, hikes, and projects for homeschooling families

  • Creation of illustrations for a children's magazine

  • Work at the EU School in Brussels

Current Focus

  • Focus on acrylic painting

  • Colorful, joyful paintings with a playful character

  • Authentic, personal style instead of realism

  • Being in connection with oneself