This exhibition, titled 'Beautiful what is invisible', offers microscopy workshops for adults. Participants will learn to use microscopes, prepare slides, and explore the magnified world of insects and fungi, gaining a new perspective on the often-unseen details of nature.
The workshop 'Przepiękne co niewidoczne' (Beautiful what is invisible) invites adults to delve into the microscopic realm through hands-on microscopy. Participants will learn essential techniques, including the use of binocular viewers, focusing, light adjustment, and slide preparation. The sessions aim to provide a closer look at the intricate beauty of insect anatomy, such as the eye of a fly or the scales on a butterfly's wing, and to understand the complex structures of fungi, like mycelium. Through this magnified exploration, attendees will gain a deeper appreciation for the often-overlooked details of the natural world and the hidden complexities of everyday organisms.
The workshop is led by Igor Siedlecki, a nature educator with extensive experience in ecology, entomology, and mycology. He is a doctoral student at the Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, researching ant and fungal symbiosis. Siedlecki's passion lies in observing the natural world and questioning its phenomena, bringing his expertise to guide participants through the wonders of the micro-scale.