Zagreb will host a diverse range of art exhibitions over the next three months, featuring works by contemporary artists. Highlights include Hana Miletić's textile art, Miro Vuco's sculpture retrospective, Andjela Kulunčić’s socially engaged art, and experimental cinema by Luiza Margan. Other exhibitions include Paulina Jazvić’s thought-provoking paintings and Dream Waves: Hyper Drift, a multimedia installation by Martina Miholić. These exhibitions offer unique insights into culture, society, and technology.
SintArt 18: Hana Miletić - Weaving Society’s Stories
Exploring Cultural Narratives Through Textile Art
Hana Miletić, a Croatian artist based in Belgium, presents her textile art in the 18th edition of the SintArt project. With roots in documentary photography and handcraft traditions, Miletić explores the societal and cultural realities around her through weaving. Her work reflects on repair and maintenance in a transitional society, critiquing issues like acceleration and standardisation. The exhibition focuses on the life and work of Nada, the wife and muse of Croatian artist Vjenceslav Richter, featuring a new interpretation of his 1957 sculpture Nada and site-specific interventions that challenge and transform the space’s original functions. April 12 - August 24, Collection Richter (Zbirka Richter), Vrhovec 38
Dr. Boris Kviz Collection - Modern Croatian Art
Exploring Early 20th Century Croatian Modernism
Dr. Boris and Jelva Kviz’s collection features 68 works of modern Croatian art from the late 19th to early 20th century. Highlights include Josip Račić's Self-portrait (1906/7) and Vlaho Bukovac’s Five Senses (1898). The collection includes pieces by notable Croatian modernists like Bukovac, Bela Csikós Sesie, Ferdo Kovačević, and others.
April 15 - June 2, Klovićevi dvori Gallery, Jezuitski trg 4
Dubravka Rakoci – Six Pillars for Six Rooms
Art Meets Architecture in an Immersive Colour Experience
This May, Croatian artist Dubravka Rakoci presents Six Pillars for Six Rooms at the French Pavilion in Zagreb. Rakoci’s work blends colour, form, and architecture, creating a space where the environment shapes the art itself. Using predefined, circular shapes of colour on canvas, Rakoci explores how materials, space, and emotional context influence the viewer's perception. The result is a sensory experience that invites reflection on both the personal and societal aspects of space. Explore this unique fusion of art and architecture in a transformative, intimate setting.
May 6 - 17, French Pavilion - Student center (Francuski paviljon), Savska cesta 25
Miro Vuco - Monographic Exhibition
A Retrospective of Croatian Sculptor Miro Vuco's Career
Part of the Modern Classics series, this exhibition showcases the work of Miro Vuco, a key figure in Croatian sculpture. Born in 1941, Vuco has influenced the art scene for over 50 years and received a Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. The exhibition will provide a comprehensive look at his artistic career.
May 6 - June 29, Klovićevi dvori Gallery, Jezuitski trg 4
Andjela Kulunčić: Making the World a Better Place
Socially Engaged Art Challenging Societal Injustice
Croatian visual artist Andjela Kulunčić presents her first solo exhibition, showcasing her socially engaged work from the 1990s to today. Her art addresses societal injustices and promotes change, challenging audiences to think critically and act. The exhibition explores how art can contribute to making the world a better place, offering insight into her innovative approach and commitment to social transformation.
May 15 - October 12, Contemporary Art Museum (MSU), Avenija Dubrovnik 17
Cinemas of Resistance: Luiza Margan
Reimagining Film as a Tool for Social Resistance
Part of the Cinemas of Resistance program, this exhibition features the work of Rijeka-born artist Luiza Margan. Known for her critical and experimental approach to film and visual arts, Margan’s work challenges traditional cinematic narratives and explores film as a tool for resistance. The exhibition invites audiences to engage with contemporary issues through a unique, artistic lens. May 20 - June 25, Contemporary Art Museum (MSU), Avenija Dubrovnik 17
"Autistic Narratives" by Paulina Jazvić
Humour, Absurdity, and Critical Reflections on Modern Life
Paulina Jazvić’s new cycle of paintings blends reality with humour, absurdity, and a touch of fatalism. Her work critiques the contemporary world, addressing issues like superficiality, the devaluation of information, and the impact of marketing and reality culture. With wit and depth, Jazvić invites viewers to reflect on the absurdities of modern life.
May 22 - June 4, Gallery Kranjčar, Kaptol 26
Dream Waves: Hyper Drift
Navigating the Intersection of Time, Nature, and Technology
Dream Waves: Hyper Drift is a multimedia installation by Martina Miholić and Senpvii, blending archaeology, fiction, and archetypal symbols. The work connects natural processes like stalactites and archaeological remnants with Zagreb’s history, highlighting the interplay between nature’s organic growth and artificial intelligence.
Through sound and visuals, the installation invites visitors to explore the dynamic relationship between the physical and virtual worlds, offering an introspective journey into layered realities.
June 12 – July 4, Meštrović Pavilion, Guest Program at Tunnel Grič
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