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August 7, 2023

Searching for Meaning with Intuitive Artist Rikardo Druškić

March 28, 2023 / Meet the Makers / By Amelia Johannsen

Rikardo Druškić is an intuitive artist whose detailed and colorful paintings are driven by love, fear, spirituality and empathy. Born in Zagreb in 1990, Rikardo lives in Sarajevo and exhibits internationally. He uses a combination of art techniques such as drawing, painting, street art and digital art.

On April 6th, Rikardo opens a new solo exhibition at Galeria Taller La Maldita Estampa in Barcelona. The exhibition explores the theme of artificial intelligence and its impact on our world. In anticipation for this show, we asked Rikardo to tell us a bit more about his creative process and his latest body of work.

How did you start making art?

In high school—as a boy afraid of the world—art gave me a sanctuary from a reality where I wasn’t accepted. In the beginning it was hard for me to understand what I was doing. As time passed, my perception and understanding of reality started to change. Now, I’m a man who knows about himself and his purpose. Art is a medium that I use to communicate with myself and then with my environment. This gives me the opportunity to enter non-material realms. There I find my truth, feed my soul and have my visions which I materialize through my creations. They let me feel the wholeness with my inner being.

Your artwork has traveled all over the world, from New York to Taiwan. What’s the best part about showing internationally? Do different audiences react distinctly to your art?

As an artist, I feel grateful and humbled that my artwork has been able to travel to different parts of the world and reach a diverse range of audiences. It’s been an enriching experience to witness how people from different cultures and backgrounds react to my work. I believe that this reflects my personal journey of self-discovery and growth as an artist, as my artwork resonates with individuals beyond my immediate environment.

Showcasing my artwork internationally is a reflection of my journey towards individuation. It represents my attempt to transcend personal and cultural boundaries, connect with the collective unconscious and engage with universal symbols that can be recognized and understood by people from different parts of the world.

I have found that different audiences do react distinctly to my art. This, to me, indicates that my work taps into universal themes and archetypal symbols that are rooted in the collective unconscious. Observing these diverse reactions helps me better understand the impact of my artwork and its ability to communicate beyond language and cultural barriers.

Your paintings are incredibly detailed. Can you walk us through your creative process? Do you sketch first or go directly to paint on canvas? How long does it take you to complete a painting?

I strive to create detailed and intricate paintings that invite the viewer to delve into meaning and symbolism that are woven throughout each piece. My creative process typically begins with a period of introspection, where I reflect on my own experiences, thoughts, and emotions. I find that this deep-dive into my subconscious allows me to access universal themes and archetypes that can be expressed through my art.

Once I have a concept in mind, I often start by creating digital sketches using Photoshop. This allows me to experiment with different compositions and color palettes before committing to a canvas. Once I have a strong sense of what I want to create, I move onto the canvas and begin layering acrylic paint. My process is highly detailed, and I often work on multiple layers, adding depth and texture to the piece.

The amount of time it takes me to complete a painting can vary, but generally, it takes between one and two months. During this time, I continue to reflect on the concept and meaning behind the piece, allowing it to evolve and take on a life of its own. Ultimately, my creative process is a reflection of my journey of self-discovery, as I delve into my subconscious and tap into universal themes that resonate with both myself and the viewer.

How do you choose your themes? What are your paintings aiming to portray to your viewers?

Themes I choose to explore in my paintings are often influenced by my personal experiences, cultural and societal issues, and universal themes. I believe that my artistic expression is a reflection of my journey towards self-discovery and individuation, as I seek to understand the complexities of the world and my place within it.

Through my art, I aim to convey universal themes and archetypes that can be recognized by people from diverse backgrounds. As Jung believed, art has the power to tap into the collective unconscious and communicate beyond language and cultural barriers, and I strive to utilize this power to invite viewers to engage with the world in a deeper and more meaningful way.

Whether I am exploring themes of artificial intelligence, mythology, connection, or transformation, my paintings are aimed at encouraging viewers to reflect on their own experiences and perspectives and to find their own meaning within the complexities of the world. In this way, I believe that my art serves as a tool for personal and collective growth, as it invites viewers to delve deeper into their own psyches and engage with the universal themes and symbols that exist within us all.

Do your creative process and choice of theme change when you’re making a mural in a public space when compared to a painting in the privacy of your studio?

As an introverted person, my creative process and choice of theme can differ when creating a mural in a public space compared to a painting in the privacy of my studio. When creating a mural, I must take into account the physical space and the audience who will be viewing the artwork. This can require a shift in perspective and a more collaborative approach, as I must work with others to ensure that the mural fits the context of the space and engages with the community in a meaningful way.

From a psychological perspective, the act of creating a mural in a public space can also bring up feelings of vulnerability and anxiety. The process of creating art is often a private and personal experience that allows me to explore my own thoughts and emotions. When creating a mural in a public space, I must confront my own insecurities and fears about being seen and judged by others.

However, from a philosophical perspective, I believe that art has the power to connect us and create meaning in our lives. When creating a mural in a public space, I have the opportunity to engage with a larger community and to create an artwork that has the potential to inspire and bring joy to others. By stepping outside of my comfort zone and creating art in a public space, I am able to connect with others in a deeper and more meaningful way, and to contribute to the collective consciousness through my art. Ultimately, the act of creating art, whether in a private studio or in a public space, is a reflection of my own journey towards self-discovery and my desire to connect with others and contribute to the world in a positive way.

Your upcoming exhibition in Barcelona will include 30 paintings from your latest creation phase on the theme of artificial intelligence. Can you tell us how/why AI has inspired you and what you want viewers to take away from this exhibition?

The theme of artificial intelligence has been a source of inspiration for me because of its potential to transform our world in profound ways. As we continue to advance technologically, AI is becoming more integrated into our daily lives, raising important questions about what it means to be human and how we relate to technology.

Through my paintings in this exhibition, I aim to explore these complex themes and to invite viewers to consider their own relationship to technology and its impact on our society. Each painting in the collection is a reflection of my own exploration of the intersection between human consciousness and artificial intelligence, and the ways in which technology is changing our perceptions of ourselves and the world around us.

Ultimately, I hope that viewers will come away from this exhibition with a deeper understanding of the complex and multifaceted nature of AI and its implications for our society. By engaging with these themes through art, I believe that we can create a space for reflection and dialogue about the role of technology in our lives and the importance of maintaining a human connection in an increasingly automated world.

Where can our readers learn more about you and your work?

www.instagram.com/rikardodruskic_art

August 7, 2023

XANTEA 2502

“Chronicles of Xantea: The Evolutionary Journey”

In the year 2052, a team of human scientists arrived on the planet Xantea, eager to explore the planet’s rich flora and fauna. The planet was teeming with life, unlike anything they had seen before. Strange creatures, some straight out of mythology, roamed the planet, adding to the team’s excitement.

Setting up camp near the river that divided the planet into two regions, the scientists eagerly set to work exploring the unique ecosystem. On one side of the river were the tryborgs, beings created from a combination of robots, animals, and humans. They were advanced beings with technology far beyond anything humanity had ever achieved. On the other side were the dragons and other strange creatures, equally advanced and possessing unique abilities.

The team quickly discovered that the two tribes had been living in relative peace for centuries, separated by the river and a mutual respect for each other’s territory. However, it soon became clear that tensions were rising.

The tryborgs had grown increasingly aggressive, their desire for more resources and territory pushing them closer to the dragon’s side of the river. The dragons, in turn, were growing increasingly wary of the tryborg’s actions, sensing a threat to their way of life.

As the scientists watched, the tension grew palpable. They knew that a war between the two tribes would be catastrophic for the planet and all its inhabitants. They had to find a way to prevent the conflict before it was too late.

That’s when they discovered the planet’s portals, which allowed for travel through space and time. The scientists realized that they could use these portals to go back in time, to a time before the two tribes had begun to clash, and change the course of history.

Working tirelessly, the team managed to find a way to activate the portal, transporting them back in time to a moment just before the tryborgs began their aggressive expansion.

The scientists found themselves in a world very different from the one they had left behind. The tribes were still living in relative peace, and the scientists knew that they had to work quickly to prevent the conflict from occurring.

They set to work, using their knowledge of the future to influence the events of the past. They made alliances with both tribes, convincing them that peace was the only way forward. Slowly but surely, they managed to avert the conflict, bringing about a new era of peace and prosperity for all the inhabitants of Xantea.

As the team prepared to return to their own time, they couldn’t shake the feeling that something was not quite right. They had averted the conflict between the two tribes, but it felt as though something else was at play.

After conducting a thorough investigation, the scientists discovered that a third party had been involved in stoking the tensions between the two tribes. Someone, or something, had been manipulating events to cause a war between the tryborgs and the dragons.

With this new information, the team knew that their work was not yet done. They had to find out who was behind the conflict, and put an end to their plans before it was too late.

As they delved deeper into the mystery, the scientists discovered that the portals that allowed for travel through space and time were not as benign as they had first thought. The portals were being used by an unknown entity to manipulate events across time and space, pushing the planet towards war.

Determined to stop this unknown force, the scientists banded together with members of both tribes, using their collective knowledge and resources to track down the source of the manipulation.

What they discovered was beyond anything they had imagined. The entity responsible for manipulating events was not a being from their universe, but a powerful extraterrestrial force with an unknown agenda.

Realizing that they were outmatched, the team knew that they had to find a way to stop the extraterrestrial force before it was too late. They began working on a plan to trap the entity within the portal, using its own power against it.

As the plan came to fruition, the team watched in awe as the entity was sucked into the portal, disappearing into the depths of space and time.

The scientists knew that their work was not yet done. They had averted a war and stopped a powerful extraterrestrial force, but they knew that there were other worlds out there, other entities that posed a threat to the universe as they knew it.

With newfound purpose, the team set out into the universe, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead. They knew that their work was just beginning, and that the mysteries of the universe would continue to reveal themselves to them, one portal at a time.

August 7, 2023

Barcelona Exhibition

The exhibition of paintings from the cycle “Mundus Novus” will be opened on April 6, 2023. in the gallery “La Maldita Estampa” in Barcelona. The works will be exhibited for one month. Poster design: Dino Aganovic (Submarine Agency).

August 7, 2023

mundus novus

My series entitled “Mundus Novus” explores the arrival of AI (artificial intelligence) and its potential impact on society.
The cycle concept is divided into two parts. In the first part, I copy images of historical importance and those that had a great influence on me, but I replace the main protagonists with robots. I do this to create a contrast between the past and the future that will make the viewer think.
One of the central themes of “Mundus Novus” is the potential of artificial intelligence to revolutionize many industries and fundamentally change the way we work and live. In some of my painted versions of these historical images, robots are shown doing activities that were once done by humans, such as farming, hunting, or playing music. In doing so, I am pointing to the potential of artificial intelligence to take over many tasks currently performed by humans, potentially leading to significant changes in the workforce and society as a whole. This process, which we call automation, is already present in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In other pictures, robots are shown burning villages, killing people. They are changing the world for the worse. With that, I point to the dystopian threat that this technology carries. One potential dystopian threat posed by artificial intelligence (AI) is the possibility of AI becoming so advanced that it surpasses human intelligence and threatens our very existence. This scenario, known as the “singularity”, is a frequent theme in science fiction and has been the subject of much debate among scientists, philosophers and futurists.
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Today I announce that the Polish master, Zdzisław Beksiński, has become part of Mundus Novus.

August 7, 2023

CHAOS IS RESULT UPON WHICH REALITY IS WRITTEN

I have been doing art for almost 15 years. My artistic style and interests were changing manically. I was exploring my own limits, entering unknown spaces, although I always knew that I wanted to create works like this. The embodiment of my fantasies. Works that are the product of my imagination, my darkness and subconscious. This was not possible before. I did not have the ability to articulate my ideas. That’s why I’m especially happy about this new phase I’m entering. I have overcome, at least in painting, my biggest flaw, impatience. In this regard, the trajectory of my constant technical progress is clear. Most works of art today are created very quickly. It is impossible to separate artists from the context of the time and space in which they create. This work was almost two months in the making. For those two months, this work received my ultimate attention. I thought about every single detail. I’m not sure how well it can be seen on small screens, but it certainly can be done live. In each of these long processes, I left a piece of my soul.
The complexity of these works and the well-organized chaos is the best description of my mind and the way I see the world. In this way, my creativity represents a counter-aspiration to the speed of time in which we live. A time for which perhaps the best metaphor is “Tik-Tok”. Human attention is reduced to a minimum. My work cannot be consumed like that. And what is even more important: Life cannot be consumed like that. To understand life’s all-encompassing complexity, one must be present and focused. He must learn to pay attention to details, as well as learn to read and notice repeating patterns, and draw conclusions and messages from them. He must understand the importance of the inner (from which everything starts) and the outer world. Life has to be dealt with. You can’t just live. This same process is also needed to understand one of my works.
Through this cycle, “Embodiment of the invisible”, about which I have not written much, I am dealing with my inner world, and all this through symbols, mythology and my grotesque beings. When asked by Igor Vuček, an art historian, about the meaning of the grotesque in his works, I answered myself: INCLUSION. This is a new dimension of this cycle, which I talked about in the text below this one. I would divide inclusion into internal and external. On the one hand, these grotesque characters invite you to meet and embrace your dark side. Every man is mortal and sinful. We are all jealous, vain, selfish or lazy at times. . You should not be ashamed of that. It is in our human nature. A person who does not know and accept his darkness will never become a complete being. On the other hand, through the freedom that the artistic narrative gives me, I want to combine polarities in my works; east and west, old and new, beautiful and ugly, small and large. In my world, everyone has the opportunity to live together. One of the big problems of the time we live in is the lack of respect for differences. Technologies, and especially social networks, have shown all the tribal origins of man. We live in a time of greatest polarities. My desire is to show through my art the importance of understanding and paying attention to the ideas, passions and emotions of other people, no matter how different they are from us. Apart from God, there is no There is no one universal truth. These truths change with experience, character and temperament. If we want our being to receive understanding, respect and validation, then we have to give it too. I think art should be used as a universal medium through which people come together. It should be a free space in which conflicting ideas and attitudes circulate freely. Unfortunately, this is often not the case.
In closing, I can only say that I am very pleased to publish this paper with you tonight. I look forward to hearing your opinion as well. Cheers!

August 7, 2023

Hanna Dujmović i Rikardo Druškić: Dva umjetnika – jedna ljubav

Piše: Elma Hodžić
Foto: Zlatan Menković

Izložba “Dva umjetnika-jedna ljubav” Rikarda Druškića i Hanne Dujmović, predstavljena u Vijećnici, počiva na dva principa. Prvi, na krajnje individualnom nivou podrazumijava samorazumijevanje: put kojeg umjetnik prolazi u pokušaju da kroz likovne elemente razumije pojavnu stvarnost. Drugi je sporazumijevanje. To je zapravo korištenje umjetnosti u poduhvatu uvezivanja različitih senzibiliteta, u stvaranju dijaloga – povezivanju ljudi, procesa i svjetova. Rijetka je pojava da se na jednoj izložbi okupi toliko različitosti, kao što je bilo na otvorenju prve zajedničke postavke Rikarda Druškića i Hanne Dujmović. Vijećnica je bila puna.

Umjetnost je život osmišljen mišlju – pisao je Thomas Mann. Druškić i Dujmović imaju različite misli kojim boje i oblikuju slike. Različiti su im likovni rukopisi i senzibiliteti. Ipak, u njihovom radu se prožima sveprisutnost prirode i (posve drugačije) realnosti – svaka slika djeluje kao nevjerovatan broj kombinacija odnosa. Njihova umjetnost, iako različita, ima jednu zajedničku misao: to je pokušaj da se pred posmatrača iznese neizmjerna složenost svijeta, kao i jednako neizmjerna složenost ljudskog bića i života.

O ovoj misiji je pisala kustosica postavke, Milica Zorić: “Sredstvo likovnog i ličnog izražavanja, slikarstvo je upravo ono što Hanni Dujmović i Rikardu Druškiću omogućava da se međusobno pronađu. Mehanizam kreiranja svodi se na umetnikovu ideju i potrebu za traganjem, izražavanjem, upoznavanjem – na nešto ne sasvim opipljivo i jasno određeno. Upravo iz tog razloga, tokom ovakvog poduhvata, različiti doživljaji iz detinjstva, iz same prošlosti – pa i iz neidentifikovanih utisaka prilikom maštarenja – se manifestuju poput nebrojivih lajtmotiva, u obliku fenomena. U tom jezgru se nalaze odvojeni na dve različite strane: idealizam i realizam. Fiktivni svet, kao deo umetnikovog idealizma ulazi u kontrast sa realizmom – svetom u kom živi i u kom stvara. Moć slikarstva leži upravo u tome: to je most koji sklapa nespojivo i konkretizuje nevidljivo.”

O principu prema kojem je napravljena struktura izložbe Rikardo Druškić kaže: “Umjetnik – njegov ciklus – njegova ideja i poruka prezentovani su kroz seriju radova. Hanna i ja se bavimo različitim temama – ali kroz prezentaciju radova i zajedničkom izložbom šaljemo poruku, kako našim mlađim kolegama, tako i svim mladim ljudima u našoj državi. Moguće je biti u procesu ostvarivanja svojih snova, pa čak i u našoj državi. Hannina i moja putanja, te način na koji djelujemo su jako slični. Red, rad, disciplina. Vjera u sebe. Stvaranje sa strašću. Sve su to poruke koje bi mladim ljudima mogle pomoći. Neka vrsta putokaza. Mislim da je naša zajednička izložba prirodna u kontekstu vremena i prostora unutar kojeg stvaramo.”

Na jednoj slici su Druškić i Dujmović radili skupa, dok je na svim ostalim djelima ispoštovana individualnost i specifičnost umjetnika. Zajednički kreativni proces je prožet brojnim izazovima. Ovako je, prema riječima Hanne Dujmović, izgledao zajednički stvaralački proces: “Izložba je u meni pokrenula buru emocija i snažnu motivaciju – kao i validaciju da ono što sam do sada uradila i što planiram raditi ima svoju vrijednost – te da trebam nastaviti njegovati svoje zvanje i posao koji volim. Kao neko ko pripada umjetničkoj sceni koja u našoj državi i nije toliko popularna i ne nosi pokretačku snagu, znam doći u situaciju gdje vrlo često preispitujem ono što radim. Sebi postavljam bezbroj pitanja, tražim cilj i trudim se istrajati, ali nekada prosto dođu dani kada nije sve tako optimistično. Smatram da je ova izložba odgovorila na mnoga pitanja i da mi je dala snagu i motivaciju da još bolje i jače djelujem u domenu mog posla. Uvjerila sam se da ljudi kod nas ipak imaju sluh kada je riječ o kulturi, samo treba naći pravi način da ih se animira i angažuje da budu dio kulturnih događaja. Jednom kada je njihovo biće prisutno bivaju uvučeni u magiju momenta i njihovo interesovanje ne manjka. Moj profesionalni razvoj nakon noći svečanog otvorenja izložbe podigao se za nekoliko nivoa i oformio jednu novu dozu zrelosti, volje i želje za daljnjim radom. Izložba slavi umjetnost, život, prijateljstvo… Obilježava i zaokružuje dio jednog kreativnog ciklusa i opusa slika Rikarda i mene. Dokazuje i pokazuje da je u zajedništvu moć i da smo zajedno zaista jači. Pobjeđuje ego i otvara put ka jedinstvenoj suradnji koja će ostati zapamćena i zabilježena, nadamo se, te eventualno u budućnosti postati primjerom o kojem će učiti nadolazeće generacije. Izložba je poklon našem gradu, našoj državi, dokaz da umjetnost pod jednim krovom može da spoji masu različitih kvalitetnih ljudi i da stvori magičnu pozitivnu energiju, koja nas je duhovno obogatila i koja nam je otvorila vrata ka vedrijoj budućnosti. To upravo i treba da je cilj umjetnosti (muzičke, filmske, teatarske, likovne), da naše biće oplemeni, da nas nauči određenim lekcijama, te da bude alat kojim ćemo ovu politički zatrovanu sredinu osloboditi okova i slaviti slobodu društva koje misli, voli, emaptizuje i poštuje. Zahvaljujem se publici koja je prepoznala i podržala našu inicijativu, te pokazala da možemo imati našu, a svjetsku scenu.”

Hanna Dujmović i Rikardo Druškić

Druškićev ciklus se bavi pitanjem umjetne inteligencije. Kroz različite likovne prizore u kojima citira velike majstore slikarstva, Druškić stvara prostor dijaloga. Iako se kroz ciklus pojavljuju prizori iz antologijskih slika, Druškićev prostor je najviše “bošovski”. Postavljajući različite scene u isti, zajednički prostor poput čuvenog slikara Hieronymusa Boscha, Druškić čak uspjeva stvoriti atmosferu misterije koja mnogo pokazuje i malo otkriva – ali i privlačnost kojom zrače slike nizozemskog majstora. Bez potrebe da negativno kritikuje ili glorificira savremenost, on nam pokazuje kako čovjek nije izolovano biće – već jedno od brojnih stvorenja u kovitlacu života. Prema tome, ukazuje nam na prirodu svijeta koji je vječito kretanje. Svijet traje – ima ga svugdje i nigdje. Jesu li roboti čovjekov pokušaj da u vječnosti života stvori potlačenu vrstu? Jesu li roboti zapravo robovi? Ili su pokušaj olakšavanja svakodnevnice? Otjelovljenje čovjekovog pokušaja da se približi tajni stvaranja univerzuma? U svjetovima koji se preklapaju, prožimaju i projiciraju jedan u drugi, Drškić daje paralelne stvarnosti u kojima obitava simpatična duhovitost i duboka duhovnost nastala kao rezultat Drškićevog kontinuiranog istraživanja i propitivanja.

Ovako Rikardo Druškić pobjašnjava temu svog ciklusa: “Ovim pitanjem su se bavili i bave mnogi umjetnici. To je neprestana inspiracija za ljudski kreativni potencijal. Neki od mojih najdražih filmova su upravo oni koji su se bavili ovom temom. Ono što sam ja htio da izbjegnem je zamka demonizacije algoritama i robota kao njihove metafore. Umjetna inteligencija je već duže vrijeme dio naše civilizacije. Njene upotrebe su ogromne i od velikog značaja. Ja kroz svoja djela ne nudim konačne odgovore. A i kako bih?! Niko sa sigurnošću ne može reći šta će se desiti. Ja više dajem upozorenje. Ne mislim da je tehnologija dobra ili loša. Mislim da mi upotrebom diktiramo taj tempo. Kakav će biti prvi robot koji je dobio svijest? Šta je ono što nama ljudima daje svijest? Sve su to pitanja, između ostalih, kojima se bavim u ovom ciklusu.”

Slike Hanne Dujmović su nastajale neposredno pred izložbu. Za razliku od svjetova u otvorenom (mitskom) prostoru Rikarda Druškića, slike Hanne Dujmović smještene su zatvoreni (intimni) prostor. O radovima Dujmović kaže: “Slike su rađene na srednjem i većem formatu platna u vibrantnom koloritu sa narativom koji u fokus stavlja ženu kao dominantnu figuru kompozicije. Sve slike nose mnoštvo detalja i paterna koji su karakteristični za moj umjetnički rukopis – ali u ovom ciklusu u naraciju dodajem i idejno antropomorfološki riješenu figuru muškarca. Figura muškarca sa glavom životinje indirektno muškarcima daje osobinu predatora. Smještanjem tih figura u sekundarni plan dajem im bespomoćnu ulogu u kompoziciji, dok sa druge strane slavim postojanje i slobodu žene. Posmatrači moje slike vide kao razigrane, vesele, na njima pronalaze predmete i motive iz svakodnevnice stilizovane kroz moj umjetnički rukopis, bez da se zapravo zapitaju koju poruku djela nose. Pa evo neka ovo bude kratko obrazloženje. Svaka slika ima svoju simboliku i nosi fragmente moje duše koji su putem kista utkani u teksturu platna.”

Izložba “Dva umjetnika-jedna ljubav” spada u događaje koji će po efektu i posjećenosti zasigurno obilježiti 2022. godinu. Na nivou kulturnog događaja je izložba ljekovita i oslobađajuća, a nivou likovnosti važna jer podsjeća na zapostavljenu sposobnost da poimamo (s)tvari čulima i opažajima. Iz ove sposobnosti nastaju prave slike. I razvija se prava ljubav.

August 7, 2023

Sarajevo City Hall

I waited a couple of nights so that the emotions would calm down, and I would have a clearer picture of what happened in the Town Hall.
It’s true that I intuitively felt that something big was about to happen, but I wasn’t hoping for this.
Here, three days later, it’s not easy for me. How to put into words the importance of the most important and most beautiful night in my life? I often think of myself as lonely. I can and I like to be alone the most. It gives me the greatest sense of freedom. My inner world is much more interesting and important to me than the outer world. I often get carried away in that feeling. Nevertheless, Friday showed me that people also play a big role in my life. It is precisely because of this that I have a great need to thank you all. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who was in the City Hall and to everyone who has been my continuous support throughout all these years. The feeling of pride that entered my being when I saw how many of you came to see my Hana’s works also illuminated my skeptical, pessimistic, often paranoid being. As the employees say: “The town hall was not fuller than the opening”. That’s huge! My hope for a better tomorrow for this city has returned. I have received substantial confirmation that the path I am on is correct. Furthermore, the amount of beautiful words I have received for the art I create is something that will keep me happy and pushing me for months to come. A lot of people congratulated me for my speech. It gives me the right to think that I am not alone in my value system. We must fight together against malignant social deviations. In conclusion, I can say that Hana and I will continue to ride the wave of this energy. We still have plans for this exhibition, and we will keep you informed about everything in the future.

August 7, 2023

TWO ARTISTS – ONE LOVE, TOWN HALL OCTOBER 21, 2022

TWO ARTISTS – ONE LOVE, TOWN HALL OCTOBER 21, 2022.
Dear friends, today I have the great pleasure of inviting you to the Town Hall on October 21 for the opening of the exhibition “Two Artists – One Love”.
In a little less than three weeks, Hanna Dujmović and I will exhibit our paintings in the most beautiful space, the symbol of our city, the Sarajevo City Hall.
Just as the title of the exhibition says, Hanna and I were united by our love of painting. The idea for the exhibition was born from that love. Hanna is my younger colleague, who most of you have already heard of. She is a talented, diligent and forward-thinking artist. Hanna is a real lady and Sarajevo can be lucky to have her.
I am happy that we have the opportunity to hold a joint exhibition.
Our pictures, although different at first glance, speak the same language. They are a figment of our imagination; playful and fairy-tale. Intense in their color.
In addition to our love for painting, we are also united by the music we listen to, the movies we watch, the temperament, character and passion with which we create.
Hanna validates my ideas with her existence. Above all, she showed the potential of discipline in Sarajevo with her efforts and commitment in just two years. Her pictures are found all over the world. Hanna lives art every day and her example is one that gives hope to this city.
Our common desire is to create an authentic exhibition that will interact with you (the audience) and make you feel special.
The opening of our exhibition is scheduled for 8:00 p.m., admission to the opening night is free.
We hope to see you in large numbers.
You are all welcome.
See you.
P.S. poster design: Dino Aganovic (Submarine Agency

August 7, 2023

DM mural

The final part of the project for DM was this mural. He was painted at the DM office near the market in Grbavica. I must say that for the most part it was a pleasure to paint this wall. Residents of the surrounding buildings and random passers-by made an effort for this. It’s nice when your work is appreciated and respected. People are happy that there are young people who beautify the city. The mural is an illustration of the theme “What makes us beautiful people”. On the wall is a picture of a large lake in Treskavica, which served as inspiration. Rijad Hadzic and Emir Music helped me and Benjamin to outline. These are the guys you should contact if you want a mural in your apartment or a bigger wall.

August 7, 2023

Floor Mural

In 2013, my work was exhibited in the famous Times Square in New York. I believe that was the beginning of my decision to continue exhibiting my art in the most unusual places. Since then I have exhibited my works: painting a car, presenting my works on the big screen of the SCC in the form of a digital exhibition, painting a sailboat that stands proudly in the History Museum, as well as designing an artwork for an Ayoke can. All these projects marked the year in which they were created. I can proudly say that I was the first in my city and state to do many of the listed things. The project I’m posting about today is the one in collaboration with @ministryofprogramming. This floor mural, which covers almost 900m2, is the first mural of its kind in Sarajevo, but also in our country. I have long wanted to transfer my work to this form. Special thanks to my talented and endlessly wonderful for painting the mural:
@vedra_neba
@rijadh.207
@emirmusic99 special thanks @menkovich.z for the beautiful photos