Tor Lukasik-Foss is an artist whose work explores the nuances of social anxiety disorder, a condition he personally identifies with. His artistic practice, spanning over two decades, delves into the complexities of social interaction, examining themes of isolation, connection, and performance.
Lukasik-Foss's visual art often centers on creating physical and metaphorical barriers between performers and their audiences, exploring the simultaneous desire for connection and disconnection. His work also extends to examining the impact of public signage on urban and natural spaces, as well as investigating the social behavior of crows, animals known for their ambiguous position between solitary and communal living.
In addition to visual art, Lukasik-Foss is a songwriter and storyteller who explores themes of anxiety and social awkwardness in his work. His music, performed under the pseudonym 'tiny bill cody,' can be found in several released collections.
Lukasik-Foss's artistic practice is rooted in Hamilton, Ontario, where he lives with his family. His work has been exhibited across Canada and the U.S., both individually and as part of the artist collective TH&B. His artistic contributions have been recognized and supported by the Ontario Arts Council, the Canada Council for the Arts, and the Hamilton Region Arts Council.
Image 1: Dress Rehearsal (2014) – Tor Lukasik-Foss. Reclaimed wood, Plexiglas, sail maker’s cloth, audio and video. A trio of performance boxes designed to capture the shadows of performers caught in the state of intimate preparation
Image 2-3: I Am Not A Psychic, 2015
Image 3: AQUAVECCHIO / WINDOW ADDRESSING (2022) Reclaimed Furniture, mirror, chalkboard, ephemera
