Events

Through an example of rich cultural exchange, the exhibition in the Slovak National Gallery presents the interesting yet dramatic story of Hungarian-Ottoman relations during the 16th and 17th centuries. It introduces the period of Ottoman expansion in Hungary and the related mutual influences, especially overlaps of Ottoman material culture into Central European art.

Matúš Matátko and book illustration belong inseparably together. Like salt to the sea, wind to the mountains, oily black earth to the fertile field. The mother is an element… Rough lines, often the colours of tricolour, an expressive shortcut to harsh pointe. His handwriting has inspired linocut, comics and street art.

The Bratislava Confrontations became a significant phenomenon in the history of Slovak visual art during the second half of the 20th century. This informal group of artists significantly influenced the direction of Slovak art with their activities.

Natália Trejbalová presents Never Ground, a new site-specific video installation and set of objects, in the basement of Pálffy Palace. This work belongs to a series of videos, the central theme of which is the perception of our planet as a physical entity in constant evolution and transformation.

Once a month, for a few days, you can have a great meal and try great street food in front of the Old Market Square, the atmosphere is 12/10.

Simona Janišová’s exhibition at Station Gallery is a continuation of a series of works and exhibitions dedicated to the theme of the element of fire in connection with ceramic working processes. The FireWork exhibition talks about works made of fire, but also about the fireworks of “ideas”.

The exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of ÚĽUV: The Centre for Folk Art Production presents the work of 80 masters of traditional folk art production. Since 1959, this honorary title has regularly been awarded to the highest-quality folk art producers – making this exhibition a guarantee of an exceptional experience.

In his exhibition at Danubiana, Adam Šakový explores the symbolism of fire to open personal and social themes through a poetic visual language. His paintings blend realism with imagination, evoking emotional states and psychological tension. Figures in his works appear isolated, suspended in time, searching for safety—physically or mentally.