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Andrzej Kłak
Andrzej is the Polish form of the given name Andrew. Notable individuals with the given name Andrzej * Andrzej Bartkowiak (born 1950), Polish film director and cinematographer * Andrzej Bobola, S.J. (1591–1657), Polish saint, missionary and martyr * Andrzej Chyra (born 1964), Polish actor * Andrzej Czarniak (1931–1985), Polish alpine skier * Andrzej Duda (born 1972), Polish 6th president * Andrzej Jajszczyk, Polish scientist * Andrzej Kmicic, fictional protagonist of Henryk Sienkiewicz's novel ''The Deluge'' * Andrzej Kokowski (born 1953), Polish archaeologist * Andrzej Krauze (born 1947), Polish-British cartoonist and illustrator * Andrzej Leder (born 1960), Polish philosopher and psychotherapist * Andrzej Mazurczak (born 1993), Polish basketball player * Andrzej Mleczko (born 1949), Polish illustrator * Andrzej Nowacki (born 1953), Polish artist * Andrzej Paczkowski (born 1938), Polish historian * Sir Andrzej Panufnik (1914–1991), Polish composer * Andrzej Perso ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrew
Andrew is the English form of a given name common in many countries. In the 1990s, it was among the top ten most popular names given to boys in List of countries where English is an official language, English-speaking countries. "Andrew" is frequently shortened to "Andy" or "Drew". The word is derived from the el, Ἀνδρέας, ''Andreas'', itself related to grc, ἀνήρ/ἀνδρός ''aner/andros'', "man" (as opposed to "woman"), thus meaning "manly" and, as consequence, "brave", "strong", "courageous", and "warrior". In the King James Version, King James Bible, the Greek "Ἀνδρέας" is translated as Andrew. Popularity Australia In 2000, the name Andrew was the second most popular name in Australia. In 1999, it was the 19th most common name, while in 1940, it was the 31st most common name. Andrew was the first most popular name given to boys in the Northern Territory in 2003 to 2015 and continuing. In Victoria, Andrew was the first most popular name for a boy ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Given Name
A given name (also known as a forename or first name) is the part of a personal name quoted in that identifies a person, potentially with a middle name as well, and differentiates that person from the other members of a group (typically a family or clan) who have a common surname. The term ''given name'' refers to a name usually bestowed at or close to the time of birth, usually by the parents of the newborn. A ''Christian name'' is the first name which is given at baptism, in Christian custom. In informal situations, given names are often used in a familiar and friendly manner. In more formal situations, a person's surname is more commonly used. The idioms 'on a first-name basis' and 'being on first-name terms' refer to the familiarity inherent in addressing someone by their given name. By contrast, a surname (also known as a family name, last name, or ''gentile name, gentile'' name) is normally inherited and shared with other members of one's immediate family. Regnal names ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrzej Nowacki (Artist)
Andrzej Nowacki is an Op Art artist of Polish origin who lives and works in Berlin. Early life Andrzej Nowacki was born on 15 October 1953 in Rabka, Poland. He spent his youth in Krakow. His first artistic experience was in interior design and art restoration. In 1977 he left Poland to study Scandinavian languages at the University of Gothenburg and later Art History in Innsbruck, Austria. Career During the 1980s Nowacki discovered to himself Polish constructivism. Henryk Stazewski's art had an influence on the early works of Nowacki. Since the 1990s Nowacki had collaborated with Heinz Teufel, a collector who owned one of the most prestigious art galleries for concrete art in Europe, located in Cologne and later in Berlin. * 1994 Andrzej received a private scholarship in West Orange, N.Y. * 1997, 1998, 2000 and 2001 he participated in the workshops «Under the sign of Geometry» organized by Polish art critic Bozena Kowalska in Okuninka, Poland * 2001 he received a scholars ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrzej Mleczko
Andrzej Mleczko (born 5 January 1949) is a Polish illustrator, mostly known for his satirical activities. He is also connected with painting, book illustrations, adverts, scenography and posters. He has worked with Polish and foreign magazines, in which he has published more than 15,000 of his drawings. He graduated from the Faculty of Architecture of Cracow University of Technology. In 1982 in Kraków he opened his own art gallery. He also opened his own gallery in 2002 in Warsaw. In 2001 he co-hosted (with Paweł Pawlik) programme called ''Galeria Andrzeja Mleczki'' (''Gallery of Andrzej Mleczko'') on the radio station RMF FM . In 2003 he took part in ''Moja szkoła w Unii Europejskiej'' (''My school in the European Union''), a program promoting integration with the EU. He also received a ''Krakowska Książka Miesiąca'' (''Cracovian Book of the Month'') award in November 2008 for his book ''Seks, mydło i powidło''. He has made appearances in two of Olaf Lubaszenko's film ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Andrzej Mazurczak
Andrzej “Andy” Piotr Mazurczak (born 27 December 1993) is a Polish professional basketball player for Wilki Morskie Szczecin of the Polish Basketball League (PLK). Professional career He played for Kavala of the Greek A2 Ethniki on 2016–17 and for the NINERS Chemnitz of the German ProA league in the 2017–18 season. On July 11, 2018, he signed with Cáceres Patrimonio de la Humanidad of the LEB Oro. On 12 August 2019, Mazurczak signed with Aris Leeuwarden of the Dutch Basketball League (DBL). He led Aris in both scoring and assists, with 16.5 points and 5.5 assists per game before the season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On July 29, 2021, he has signed with Stelmet Zielona Góra of the PLK. On June 10, 2022, he has signed with Wilki Morskie Szczecin of the Polish Basketball League Polska Liga Koszykówki (PLK) (English: Polish Basketball League) is a professional men's club basketball league in Poland. It constitutes the first and highest-tier level ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
