Because family and friends are so important to Olszewski, they are a huge influence in her day to day life. Here shows how they effect her and contribute to who she is as an artist.
Wisconsin State Fair
With food playing such an important role in Olszewski's work, having experiences that help her document references for inspiration is vital to her studio practice. Growing up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Olszewski went annually to the state fair ever since she was born. It was very important to her and her family. Here, shows a photo of her at the fair 2026. She also goes with her friends as well. Sharing this experience with her friends and family has created meaningful memories for Olszewski.
Growing up with the such a complicated relationship around food, the state fair was never an easy experience. Through years of hard work, the state fair slowly became more enjoyable for her. Being apart of an experience that was solely surrounded around people enjoying food together, Olszewski saw inspiration for her own struggles. Because it always isn't visible, she saw a need to bring awareness to an underrepresented topic. With that, creating art around an essential need, allows for multiple different interpretations. Olszewski not only became aware of healthy relationships she was not exposed to before, but was able to explain the complications that she has struggles with and connect with others.
Going to fairs like this, allows for not only referential inspiration, but motivation for Olszewski's future work. Observing others come together for the love of one thing makes her happy.
Visiting Friends
Here shows Olszewski visiting her friends studios. This helps her gain inspiration knowing what their working on and allows her to build connections outside her major. 
Friends’ Work
Here shows a wall in Olszewski's studio of gifts her friends have made for her. It reminds her of the support she has and the creativity that surrounds her.