Dorothee Rätsch facts for kids
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Dorothee Raetsch
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25 November 1940 Heilsberg, East Prussia
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| Alma mater | Humboldt University of Berlin |
| Known for | Sculpture, graphic |
| Awards | Heinrich-Schliemann-medal |
Dorothee Rätsch (also spelled Raetsch) was born in 1940 in Heilsberg, which is now called Lidzbark Warmiński in Poland. She is a German artist known for her sculptures and graphic art. Her mother, Margarete Neumann, was a famous writer and poet.
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About Dorothee Rätsch
Dorothee Rätsch lived in Heilsberg with her mother and sibling until 1945. Her mother, who lost her husband in World War II, worked to help people. In 1945, they moved from East Prussia to Mecklenburg in Germany.
Early Art Journey
Dorothee Rätsch started learning about visual arts when she was young. She took part in special art classes for children and teenagers. Later, while she was training and working in farming, she also went to evening high school. She kept improving her art skills through different courses and programs.
Becoming a Professional Artist
In 1971, Dorothee Rätsch passed an important test. She became a member of the Association of Artists of the GDR. This was a big step for her art career. Since then, she has shown her work in many art shows both in Germany and other countries. She also took part in "plein airs," which are outdoor painting or sculpting events.
Today, Dorothee Rätsch mostly works in the Mecklenburg-Vorpommern region of Germany. She participates in local events like KUNST OFFEN. This is when artists open their studios for visitors. She also joins Offene Gärten, where people can visit beautiful gardens.
Slavic Village and Sculpture Garden
Dorothee Rätsch lives and works in Passentin, Germany. From 1994 to 1999, she helped create the Slavic Village Passentin. This village is a special place where people can learn about life in the early Middle Ages. Dorothee came up with the idea, planned it, and oversaw its building.
Working with children and young people has always been very important to her. She has led many art courses for them. She also created a beautiful sculpture garden next to her art studio.
Artworks and Sculptures
Dorothee Rätsch creates small sculptures, medals, and figures. She also makes reliefs, which are sculptures that stick out from a flat surface. She uses materials like bronze, terracotta (a type of clay), and wood for her art.
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Awards and Recognition
Dorothee Rätsch has received several awards for her artistic work:
- Fritz-Reuter-Price
- 1999 Heinrich-Schliemann-medal
