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Dzień Wolnej Sztuki: Explore Sculptures and Art Interpretation at Royal Łazienki Museum

This workshop, part of international Free Art Day, encourages thoughtful engagement and creative interpretation of art.

Experience Dzień Wolnej Sztuki, a unique workshop at the Royal Łazienki Museum focusing on 'Presence without haste.' Participants will delve into three significant sculptures within the Royal Sculpture Gallery, including Flora Farnese and the Mattei Amazon. Engage in art exercises like drawing and photography to creatively interpret historical art and evolving canons of beauty.

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Exhibition summary

This event, part of the international Free Art Day, invites participants to engage with three sculptures in the Royal Sculpture Gallery at the Old Orangery. The workshop includes art exercises and photography, focusing on creative interpretation and contemplative reception of art.

Curatorial context

On Free Art Day, the Royal Łazienki Museum hosts a workshop for youth (15+) and adults centered around the theme 'Presence without haste.' Participants will gather in the Royal Sculpture Gallery in the Old Orangery to closely examine three specific sculptures: a replica of Flora Farnese, the Mattei Amazon, and a Dancer. The session will involve discussions on evolving canons of beauty in art and creative interpretation through drawing and photography, encouraging a contemplative approach to artistic reception. Free Art Day is a global initiative where museums and galleries worldwide dedicate focused attention to a limited number of artworks. In Warsaw, several institutions participate, including the Royal Łazienki Museum, fostering personal interpretation and mindful engagement with art. The workshop leaders are members of the Młodzieżowa Rada MŁK (Youth Council of MŁK), bringing youthful perspectives to the exploration of art history and visual culture.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission is 5 PLN per person. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket offices in Podchorążówka, the Old Orangery, and Kubicki Stables, or online. Ticket office hours are Tue-Wed 9:00-15:00, Thu-Sat 10:00-17:00, and Sun 10:00-15:00.

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Led by Hubert Buśko, Julia Gajewska, Antonina Głogowska, Kornelia Kierzkowska, Antonina Krylik, and Zuzanna Peprna from the Młodzieżowa Rada MŁK (Youth Council of MŁK).
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