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Royal Łazienki Museum Presents: Duże formy - rysunek botaniczny – Artistic Drawing Workshop

Engage with historic 18th-century artistic styles while learning graphite and watercolor illustration techniques.

The 'Duże formy - rysunek botaniczny' workshop at the Royal Łazienki Museum offered participants an immersive experience in botanical illustration. Designed for youth aged 16 and adults, the program explored 18th-century artistic representations of flora and fauna. Attendees learned practical drawing and watercolor techniques, creating their own sketches inspired by historical art.

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Exhibition summary

This is an artistic workshop for youth (16+) and adults focused on botanical drawing techniques. Participants will learn about 18th-century botanical and animal representations and create their own sketches of selected plants using drawing and watercolor.

Curatorial context

The 'Duże formy - rysunek botaniczny' workshop offers participants an in-depth exploration of botanical drawing. The session begins in the White House, examining ornate floral and faunal decorations from the 18th century, considering the sources and symbolism of these representations. Following this, in the formiernia of the Old Orangery, attendees will engage with drawing and watercolor techniques to produce their own sketches of selected plants. This workshop is designed for individuals aged 16 and above, aiming to deepen their understanding and practice of botanical illustration.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission is free, but registration is required via email to [email protected]. Participants should provide their full name, number of attendees, age, and contact phone number in their reservation request.

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The workshop is led by Dorota Stelmaszczyk-Szwed, a graphic artist and illustrator who also works as an educator at the Royal Łazienki Museum.
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