LETTER FROM PRESIDENT OF RSC PROF.LESLEY YELOWLEES

RENOVATION PROJECT OF MUSEUM AND FIRST LABORATORY OF MARIE CURIE

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“Madame Curie Sklodowska “by Magdalena Rutkowska      ” Prof.Lesley Yellowlees” by Tomasz Milasz

As part of the commemorations of year 2011 as the year of chemistry and centenary of Marie Sklodowska Curie’s award of the Nobel Prize, ,Magdalena Rutkowska  has  been working for several months on a project named, “Curieosity” with support from many international institutions, students and members of the public. The inspirations behind the “Curieosity” project are the life and achievements of Marie Sklodowska Curie and to celebrate the success of women in science.
In appreciation of Marie Sklodowska Curie, the first woman awarded the Nobel Prize, and to Prof. Lesley Yellowlees, the first woman president of RSC, Magdalena created an anniversary painting of “Madame Curie” and the portrait of Lesley Yellowlees painting by Tomasz Milasz. Both paintings which symbolise the significance of women in science have been placed in the Royal Society of Chemistry headquarters in London Piccadilly. Below are few words from the letter received form elect president Lesley Yellowlees regarding the future of both paintings.
The only signed reproduction of the anniversary painting will also be presented to the Marie Sklodowska Curie institute in Warsaw.
“On behalf of the RSC I should like to thank you for the contribution to
the International Year of Chemistry and to mark my election as President
of the Royal Society of Chemistry from July 2012. I am really pleased
that we have managed to inspire so many people and organisations to
celebrate the vital contribution of chemistry and chemists to our
society, both past and present, during this UN sponsored year for the
subject and I very much hope to sustain the momentum that we have built
up during my term in office.

I have asked that both portraits are added to the RSC’s collections of
chemistry related objects. They will be used, and displayed, on relevant
occasions and will play a role in the future life of the organisation. I
hope that you will feel that this is a fitting tribute to your efforts
and commitment because it is only through our ability to inspire and
motivate will the RSC advance the science that we all believe in and is
so vital to improve and sustain the quality of our lives and ensure a
sustainable future for the next generations of citizens.”
Lesley Yellowlees
Professor of Inorganic Electrochemistry
Vice Principal and Head of College of Science and Engineering
University of Edinburgh
PRESIDENT ELECT ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY

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In celebration of the 55th Anniversary of the CBR; and to raise awareness of the historical background of the building,once home and laboratory of Marie Curie Sklodowska the renowned artists Magdalena Rutkowska and Tom Milasz donated two portraits capturing significant figures who in the past played major role in the history of the building.The unveiling took place at the History Gala, Reception and Dinner on Saturday, January 15th at CBR in the presence of prof.MP.Ryszard Miazek,MP Marek Sawicki and many other government officials.

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London based artist Magdalena Rutkowska is fast becoming known not just for her amazing paintings but also for her big heart and generous nature. Instead of using art to simply make social comment, she takes things one step further and uses it to really make a difference.
At the Private View for the 2010 Royal Academy’s Summer Exhibition on the 19th July, her work “Woman in red” sold raising quite a good sum of money for the Marie Curie Cancer Care foundation for which Prince Charles is patron. However the sale of this piece is just one of many for which Magdalena has used to raise funds for charity. Earlier this year, she also sold a limited copy of the painting “Embrace” from spirit of romance series at a Bond street auction run by the Cancer Research UK to raise money for breast cancer, as well as another being sold to raise money for the HELP IN TIME organization, which helps children with deadly illness.
Her work has also been used in campaigns for fundraising, creating a special piece to represent the Wishfulling Tree, an image now being used by the Gesar Foundation which helps children in poverty around the world.
Being a strong advocate for the arts, she became the co-founder of the ArtMinerva Organization which aims to help artists and neglected art around the world, their first project, raising money for the restoration of the historical buildings damaged in the earthquakes of L’Aquilla last year.
As an artist and tutor she is well known for a series of prestigious exhibitions. Always having a strong social conscience, trying to make a difference in the art world and give a chance to up and coming artists. This has been reflected in her organizing of the ‘Catch in the Eye Save in the Heart’ exhibitions which were a way of creating a space not only for a variety of artists to exhibit together, but also to encourage the public to open up to their own creativity.
-I am blessed with having amazing friends. There are so many people who just need a little help in order to help others- says Magdalena

Mayfair turns Pink for Breast Cancer !

FORMER APPRENTICE STAR TURNS AUCTIONEER AS MAYFAIR WENT PINK TO RAISE FUNDS FOR BREAST CANCER!

Star of the Apprentice Raef Bjayou held the charity auction at Molton House , West End club to help raise funds for Cancer Research UK.
The event was taking place on 10 of June 2010

Along with other donation a printed copy of ”Embrace” painting from Spirit of romance series painted  by Magdalena  Rutkowska went under the auctioneer hammer. Picture was bought by Former Drifter Singer Jahson (aka Jason Leigh)
Event organisers Chinara Enterprises Ltd in association with Cancer Research UK successfully held a Pink Fashion infused evening with an Exclusive Fashion Show from Fashion Designer DK Darlington and with models supplied by Strike Model Management
Guests have been be treated to a Pink Champagne and Pink themed canapés sponsored by ASAP Assistance Ltd as well as entertainment from Singer Jahson and Classical Pianist Paul Good – along with other surprises.
Generous support has been given from Beverley knight who is a contributory sponsor for the Auction.
This was a most spectacular affair, and a great way to raise funds for Breast Cancer.