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Raster Gallery

About

Located on Wspólna Street in central Warsaw, Raster Gallery is a leading force in Poland’s contemporary art scene. Founded in 2001 by art critics Łukasz Gorczyca and Michał Kaczyński, it evolved from the influential Raster magazine and Naświetlarnia garage gallery. Known for its bold curatorial vision, Raster champions emerging and established artists alike, including Aneta Grzeszykowska, Wilhelm Sasnal, and the Slavs and Tatars collective. The gallery’s program spans painting, photography, sculpture, and multimedia, often engaging with social and political themes. Raster maintains a strong international presence through art fairs like Art Basel and NADA, while also nurturing Warsaw’s local art community. Its independent initiatives, such as the Villa project, foster global collaboration and experimental formats. With a commitment to publishing, education, and cultural dialogue, Raster Gallery offers a dynamic platform for artistic innovation and critical reflection—making it a cornerstone of contemporary art in Central Europe.

Warsaw Poland
Raster Gallery
Location

Raster Gallery is located at Wspólna 63, 00-687 Warsaw, in the city’s central district. Established in 2001, it is one of Poland’s most prominent contemporary art galleries, known for nurturing young artists as well as representing well-established names in the Polish and Central European art scenes. The gallery champions experimental and cutting-edge visual art, often showcasing innovative exhibitions that engage deeply with cultural and urban themes. Its two-floor space offers a raw, industrial ambiance with high ceilings and large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere for art lovers. Nearby, visitors can explore the vibrant central Warsaw area, with close proximity to the modernist architecture scattered along Wspólna Street and the nearby Al. Jerozolimskie, one of Warsaw’s major thoroughfares. The gallery is within walking distance of other cultural venues, trendy cafes, and local eateries, offering a blend of artistic, historical, and urban experiences. The surrounding neighborhood’s dynamic mix of old and new makes Raster Gallery a key destination for those interested in contemporary culture amid Warsaw’s evolving cityscape.

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