TRIP: PRČANJ

Wednesday, August 7
Muo, 6 p.m.
TRIP: PRČANJ

PROJECT PRESENTATION

Geo_cultureMNE
Authors:
Mirjana Dabović Pejović, art historian, senior adviser, National Museum of Montenegro
Lazar Pejović, artist, proffesor of University of Montenegro
Robert Aleksić, GIS developer and educator

The project focuses on georeferencing locations that have inspired works of modern art in Montenegro. Its core concept is to establish connections between specific places in physical space and the artistic works inspired by them. This approach directly bridges nature and cultural heritage, enriching the understanding and appreciation of both. Artistic creations thus become fresh focal points for experiencing the natural surroundings, while the landscape offers deeper insights into their artistic interpretations. Given that numerous artists – from Pero Poček and Petar Lubarda to Mihailo Vukotić and Milo Milunović – have drawn inspiration not only from prominent Montenegrin cities like Cetinje, Ulcinj, and Budva but also from various lesser-known areas, this cultural-touristic map encompasses a substantial portion of Montenegro, beyond just iconic landscapes. Through the utilization of digital technologies, users shall gain access to comprehensive information about specific works (including their origins, locations, and more), along with broader cultural contexts. It is also envisaged that distribution channels could be further developed and integrated with other applications, potentially expanding to incorporate physical forms onsite in the future.

Mirjana Dabović Pejović graduated in Art History from the Faculty of Philosophy at the University of Belgrade, under Professor Jerko Denegri. She resides and works in Cetinje. Since 2000, she has been employed as a Curator at the Art Museum of the National Museum of Montenegro, and from 2002 to 2022 she held the position of Curator at the Atelje DADO gallery. Actively engaged in the protection and promotion of movable cultural heritage, Mirjana Dabović Pejović conducts activities, organizes exhibitions, and publishes works in collaboration with numerous state institutions and the NGO sector. At the Miodrag Dado Đurić Montenegrin Gallery of Art, she has curated numerous exhibitions in partnership with institutions, museums, and artists from the region and Europe. Her areas of interest encompass contemporary art and photography.

Lazar Pejović graduated in Graphic Design from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Cetinje, in 1996, and earned his master’s degree in Photography from the Faculty of Applied Arts in Belgrade in 1998. Since 2005, he has served as a Professor of Photography at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Cetinje. From 2009 to 2015, Lazar Pejović held the position of Photography Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Trebinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has participated in numerous exhibitions of contemporary art both nationally and internationally. In addition to exhibiting photography, he collaborates with various cultural, educational, tourist, and health institutions. Over the years, Lazar Pejović has worked as an editor and art editor of monographs and journals, in addition to serving as a co-selector of exhibitions and as a professional consultant. He has also been involved in numerous professional workshops and panel discussions.