"My Japan. Okinawa - The Cradle of Karate": A Photography Exhibition by Paweł Ciastka
Discover powerful imagery of Japan, Okinawa culture, and martial arts, dedicated to Radzisław Żebrowski.
This exhibition showcases Paweł Ciastka's compelling photographs from his extensive travels across Japan between 2002 and 2017. Experience captivating street scenes, serene landscapes, and unique insights into karate training in Okinawa, known as the martial art's spiritual home. The collection also pays tribute to Radzisław Żebrowski, who originally conceived this remarkable photographic journey.
About „Moja Japonia. Okinawa - kolebka karate” - wystawa fotografii Pawła Ciastka at Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw
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Exhibition summary
This exhibition features a collection of photographs by Paweł Ciastka, taken during his travels to Japan between 2002 and 2017. The works showcase street photography, landscapes, and insights into karate training, dedicated to the memory of Radzisław Żebrowski.
Curatorial context
The exhibition "My Japan. Okinawa - the Cradle of Karate" presents photographic works by Paweł Ciastka, captured during his journeys to Japan from 2002 to 2017. The collection goes beyond martial arts, incorporating street photography and landscape imagery, offering a multifaceted view of the country. The exhibition is dedicated to the memory of Radzisław Żebrowski, who initiated and conceived the exhibition.
Paweł Ciastka, a martial arts practitioner with a 5th dan in Karate Shorin-Ryu since 1988, shares his passion for karate, emphasizing its individual nature and the importance of personal dedication for both physical and mental development. Despite being born without a forearm, Ciastka found his passion for martial arts highly motivating, pushing him to train more intensely and discover new capabilities. His expertise as an instructor allows him to teach children, youth, and adults, promoting Eastern Martial Arts. His travels also resulted in photographic documentation of the vibrant streets of Okinawa and Tokyo, as well as the natural beauty found in Japan's less populated areas, such as tranquil beaches and untouched landscapes.
Admission and ticket notes
The exhibition was opened on March 2nd, 2018, and can be viewed until April 4th, 2018. General information about museum tickets and opening hours can be found on the museum's website.
„Moja Japonia. Okinawa - kolebka karate” - wystawa fotografii Pawła Ciastka key exhibition facts
Review exhibition status, schedule, venue context, and attribution details for „Moja Japonia. Okinawa - kolebka karate” - wystawa fotografii Pawła Ciastka at Museum of Sport and Tourism in Warsaw
Venue
Museum of Sport and Tourism
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Mar 2, 2018 – Apr 4, 2018
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features photographs by Paweł Ciastka, a karate practitioner and instructor. It is dedicated to the memory of Radzisław Żebrowski.
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