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Jestem swoją muzą: Exploring Frida Kahlo's Art and Life for Young Minds

This event examined strength in self-portraits, personal narratives, and how Frida Kahlo's clothing was artistic expression.

The "Jestem swoją muzą" event was designed for young participants, exploring Frida Kahlo's unique approach to life and art. It offered insights into the resilience found in her compelling self-portraits and powerful personal narratives. Attendees discovered how Kahlo transformed her pain into unwavering creative will. The session also highlighted her distinctive handmade clothing as a significant artistic and political statement.

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Exhibition summary

This event, titled 'Jestem swoją muzą,' was a meeting for youth aged 13+ focusing on Frida Kahlo's life and art. It explored themes of resilience, pain, and artistic determination, as well as her distinctive clothing as a form of political expression.

Curatorial context

The event 'Jestem swoją muzą' was designed for young participants (13+) and served as an opportunity to discuss Frida Kahlo's approach to life and art. The session delved into the strength found in her self-portraits and personal narratives, contrasting the pain and suffering in her life with her unwavering will to create. It also highlighted her handmade clothing as a significant artistic and political statement. This event was held in conjunction with the exhibition 'Kolor życia. Frida Kahlo.'

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to this event was 5 PLN, with tickets available for purchase before the event at Stara Kordegarda. Registration was required via email to [email protected].

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Venue
Royal Łazienki Museum
Current status
Completed
Exhibition schedule
Aug 18, 2023 – Aug 18, 2023
Artist line / attribution
The event was led by Joanna Piekarska, an expert in children's and youth literature and library education.
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