Beata Duda

Beata Duda

Creative task: Time to reflect

In 1850, Franz Liszt composed the symphony titled “Prometheus.” The piece is based on the Greek myth describing the Titan Prometheus stealing fire from the gods. Liszt assigned the number 5 to his symphony and included it in a cycle…

Creative task: Modern Guides for Good Wives

Some might say that the American Good Wife’s Guide from 1955, featured as the source text in the module “Woman in Society,” is a thing of the past—an outdated relic. It’s a historical curiosity showcasing a bygone era, something one…

Creative task: Rainbow Motif

The rainbow, as a symbol, arouses considerable controversy today. Some argue that it has been appropriated by advocates of the LGBT+ community. Currently, the rainbow is indeed recognizable by many of us as an integral element of those who advocate…

Creative task: What is your philosophy?

“Sooner or later, life makes philosophers of us all.,” said French thinker Maurice Riseling*I read this and think, “Why wait?” Why wait until life becomes a problem for me? Why not let it turn me into a philosopher today, right…

Creative task: Bring a painting to life

The characters in the film “The Garden of Earthly Delights,” directed by Lech Majewski, following the example of figures from the medieval master’s triptych, engage in a peculiar pantomime and staged intimate scenes. They draw inspiration from situations depicted in…

Creative task: Bird watching

Bosch’s painting is filled with figures, peculiar animals, extravagant plants, red fruits, as well as fish and birds. Some of the birds resemble those you can see outside and photograph from a balcony or in a local park. Grab a…