DSH ON TOUR: Flying Over Warsaw – Zbyszek Siemaszko's Aerial Photography Exhibition from the 60s and 70s
Witness Warsaw's urban landscape evolve through unique perspectives captured in these striking historical photographs.
This DSH ON TOUR outdoor exhibition showcases Zbyszek Siemaszko's remarkable aerial photographs of Warsaw from the 1960s and 1970s. These captivating images, taken from various aircraft, offer a unique visual record of the city's development and urban landscape. Explore Siemaszko's daring perspective, which highlights his significant contribution to the photographic documentation of Warsaw.
About DSH ON TOUR | Latając nad Warszawą. Fotografie Zbyszka Siemaszki z lat 60. i 70. at History Meeting House in Warsaw
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Exhibition summary
This outdoor exhibition showcases aerial photographs of Warsaw taken by Zbyszek Siemaszko between 1965 and 1975. The collection offers a unique perspective on the city's transformation during that era, captured from various aircraft.
Curatorial context
The DSH ON TOUR exhibition 'Flying over Warsaw. Photographs by Zbyszek Siemaszko from the 60s and 70s' presents a remarkable collection of aerial photographs taken by Zbyszek Siemaszko from 1965 to 1975. These images were captured in collaboration with the National Centre for Documentation of Historical Monuments and were featured in publications like 'Poland from a Bird's Eye View' and 'Warsaw from a Bird's Eye View', as well as the weekly 'Stolica'. The collection is now managed by Siemaszko's family, who maintain the 'Fotografia Siemaszkowie' studio. Siemaszko, a resilient photographer, enjoyed the adventure of aerial photography, using various planes and helicopters. He sought clear weather for his shots, often braving turbulent conditions to capture sharp, detailed images of Warsaw. His work during this period provides a valuable visual record of the city's development and urban landscape.
Siemaszko's life was deeply intertwined with photography and documenting Warsaw. He served in the AK during WWII, documenting partisan life, and later worked as a photojournalist for several publications, including 'Stolica', for which he created covers for 222 issues. He also documented the reconstruction of Warsaw for the State Enterprise for Monumental Architecture Conservation. His mentorship under Edmund Kupiecki led him to join the Union of Polish Art Photographers. This exhibition, presented before the Municipal Cultural Centre in Józefów, offers a glimpse into Warsaw's past through the daring and detailed aerial perspectives of Zbyszek Siemaszko, highlighting his significant contribution to the photographic documentation of the city.
Admission and ticket notes
This is an outdoor exhibition presented in front of the Municipal Cultural Centre in Józefów. Specific ticketing information is not provided on this page, but it is part of the DSH ON TOUR program which typically offers accessible public viewing.
DSH ON TOUR | Latając nad Warszawą. Fotografie Zbyszka Siemaszki z lat 60. i 70. key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for DSH ON TOUR | Latając nad Warszawą. Fotografie Zbyszka Siemaszki z lat 60. i 70. at History Meeting House in Warsaw
Venue
History Meeting House
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Feb 1, 2026 – Mar 31, 2026
Artist line / attribution
Photographs by Zbyszek Siemaszko. Curated by Monika Kapa-Cichocka, Katarzyna Madoń-Mitzner, and Ryszard Mączewski.
Warsaw
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