Karolina Żyniewicz

2024
Bródno, Warsaw
Every fragment of the space we are part of is inhabited by a multitude of organisms whose existence we often have no idea about. All of them require respect and protection. Proper neighbourly coexistence requires building relationships, which in turn cannot happen without dedicating time and attention — especially since many participants in these relationships are invisible to the human eye.

The aim of the workshop is to create a context for dedicating time and attention to forming relationships with the non-human co-inhabitants of Grzegorz Ciechowski Square.

Part I: exploration/experiencing: a mindful walk around the square, recalling the history of its creation and its role in the city’s infrastructure
Part II: sampling: collecting organic samples from the square
Part III: preserving/remembering: preparing various types of specimens

photo documentation: Ola Mleczko