Bartek Świątecki Paints Primary Schools in Olsztyn

Bartek Świątecki, a Polish artist known as Pener, dedicates part of his summers to painting primary schools in Olsztyn, Poland, his hometown. His most recent endeavor is at Primary School No. 6, where he is undertaking a renovation rather than merely creating a mural. This nonprofit, low-budget project is a do-it-yourself initiative designed to enhance the schools and integrate art into children's daily lives. Świątecki aspires to demonstrate that art can bring joy and enrich students' creativity, imagination, and well-being. Named after the 20th-century poet Konstanty Ildefons Gałczyński, the school embodies a commitment to public education and encourages children to view painting as a source of curiosity and expression. Arek Stankiewicz has provided photographs of the ongoing project, which aims to cover all primary schools in Olsztyn.