Ringe ringe jaja
"The series of works in the exhibition 'Ringe ringe jaja' emerged from the artist's desire to bring the collected toys from Kinder eggs to life on canvas, thereby giving them not only dimensions but also emotions and motion. She not only paints and draws them but also tells their untold story."
How to create an exhibition ?
This month, we were completely dedicated to the workshop "How to Create an Exhibition?" and this is just a glimpse of the working atmosphere at Vagon. After completing the theoretical part of the workshop, we covered topics such as presentation, promotion, budget, and what collaboration between curators and artists looks like. A big thank you to our fantastic lecturers: Jovana Trifuljesko - independent curator and art historian, Isidora Banjac - curator at the Museum of Contemporary...
Award for the most prospective work
This year, VAGON awarded the best and most promising work from the final year of the Academy of Arts at the University of Banja Luka! The expert jury of our gallery selected the work - an installation titled "Within the Mechanism," authored by Marijana Đaković. Marijana Đaković is an intermedia artist currently studying Intermedia Arts at the Academy of Arts and Graphic Engineering at the Faculty of Technology...
Artist Talk – Galina Mitrović
After the screening of the video work "Željko Mitrović production feat S.S.M." at the Artist Talk with Galina Mitrović, we discussed the importance of wordplay. Is the advertising space a space for art? We learned about the creation of the work "Željko Mitrović production feat S.S.M." and what it was like by the sea in Mala Duba.
Izložba ćerke Željka Mitrovića
My dad's name is Zeljko Mitrovic. Every time we stopped at a border, he would exchange a smile, or some predictable joke with the police officer. I sometimes used his identity to amaze and enjoy that lie. But also the truth. It only lasts a few seconds until I confess
Artist Talk – Sonja Savić
At the Artist Talk with Sonja Savić, we discussed the existence of transgenerational trauma. We analyzed what it means when the comfort zone is no longer comfortable. We realized that anxiety is just a symptom and why psychotherapy is important. We talked about thought processes and self-compassion. Sonja Savić has been an assistant producer and secretary of direction for the past two years.
The True Story of Discovery
The process of psychotherapy is one of the most intimate experiences a person can allow themselves to go through. Consequently, it is very difficult to convey to someone how it all looks and how it works. Going through this process, the need arose to share all these benefits with others. This kind of exposure is the scariest thing I've ever pushed myself to do
Artist Talk – Isidora Banjac
At the Artist Talk with Isidora Banjac, we discussed the emergence of interest in contemporary art and the challenges that a curator encounters. We talked about the scene of young artists in Republika Srpska and the actual space they utilize. We also touched upon the importance of necessary education. Isidora Banjac completed her undergraduate and master's studies in Art History at the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Belgrade. She currently works as a curator at the Museum of Contemporary Art of Republika Srpska. The conversation was led by artist Isidora Branković. This event was supported by the Public Call for Audience Development by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Republic of Srpska.
Artist Talk – Milena Ivić
At the Artist Talk with Milena Ivić, we discussed what to do with all this freedom. We talked about the installation ART-RAT and the video performance Obsticle 16. We explored the concept of the Criminal Milieu, as well as the importance of friendships. We also discussed the color choices for her Room. Milena Ivić completed her undergraduate studies in Graphic Design at the Academy of Arts, University of Banja Luka. She is currently pursuing her master's studies at the same academy. She works in the field of conceptual art. The conversation was led by artist Isidora Branković. This event was supported by the Public Call for Audience Development by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Republic of Srpska.
Artist Talk – Nataša Konjević
At the Artist Talk with Nataša Konjević, we discussed the magic of street art and how to find a free wall for artistic expression. We delved into what drives her in illustration and what she sees in the female figure. We talked about the projects she has worked on and how opportunities are opened through competitions, both today and tomorrow. Nataša Konjević completed her undergraduate studies in Graphics at the Academy of Arts, University of Banja Luka. She defended her master's thesis at the Faculty of Applied Arts in Belgrade. She works in the fields of street art, illustration, and painting. The conversation was led by artist Isidora Branković. This event was supported by the Public Call for Audience Development by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Republic of Srpska.
