Constantin Brâncuși continues to inspire new generations of artists and foster cultural dialogue across borders. In this context, a new cultural project, Un-hidden Connections, co-funded by the Romanian Cultural Institute through the Cantemir Programme, will bring a series of cultural activities to Belgrade, exploring reinterpretations of the sculptor’s work and legacy through urban art.
The project includes an exhibition, two panel discussions, two creative workshops, and two multidisciplinary performances, offering audiences in Serbia a contemporary perspective on how cultural heritage can be rediscovered through contemporary artistic practices.
The exhibition features 14 urban art works created in Romania by artists Brothers of Light, Endo, Irlo, Kero, Lucian Hrisav, Meri the Zu, Obie Platon, Ocu, Ortaku, Sweet Damage Crew, and Vhils. The works reference sculptures, symbols, and concepts developed by Constantin Brâncuși. The 18 exhibited panels are accompanied by curatorial texts explaining the connections between the artistic interventions and Brâncuși’s work, highlighting how cultural heritage continues to inspire contemporary creation in public space.
The project includes two panel discussions bringing together cultural managers, researchers, and artists from Romania and Serbia. The first discussion, titled “Why Does Constantin Brâncuși Matter Today? Reinterpreting Cultural Heritage through the Lens of European Street Art Practices,” features Cristina Popa, Andrei Racovițan, Ljiljana Radošević, Aleksandar Djalek Đorđević, and moderator Jelena Popović Đorđević. The second, “Representations of Brâncuși and His Works in Contemporary Urban Art in Europe,” brings together artists LUNĂ, Pisica Pătrată, Jana, TKV, and Chenipe.
The project’s participatory dimension is complemented by two creative workshops led by Romanian artists Alexandru Ciubotariu (Pisica Pătrată) and LUNĂ. Together with participants, they will explore the influence of Brâncuși’s work on contemporary artistic creation, from the Târgu Jiu Monumental Ensemble to the motifs found throughout his sculptures.
The cultural programme will also feature two multidisciplinary performances, created in collaboration with musicians from Serbia. Live painting sessions will interact with DJ sets, creating an artistic experience that brings together visual art, music, and cultural heritage.
Through this project, Romania and Serbia strengthen their European cultural dialogue, demonstrating that Constantin Brâncuși’s work remains a living source of inspiration—one capable of generating new forms of artistic expression and connecting communities through the universal language of art.
PROGRAMME
Friday, 4 September – Friday, 18 September
Friday, 4 September
Opening / Vernissage
Panel discussion with cultural managers: Cristina Popa (RO), Andrei Racovițan (RO), Ljiljana Radošević (RS), Aleksandar Djalek Đorđević (RS), moderated by Jelena Popović Đorđević (RS)
Live performance with Pisica Pătrată + guest DJ (RS)
Saturday, 5 September
Workshop 1 with Pisica Pătrată
Workshop 2 with LUNĂ
Sunday, 6 September
Panel discussion with artists: LUNĂ (RO), Pisica Pătrată (RO), Jana (RS), TKV (RS), Chenipe (RS), and Ljiljana Radošević (RS)
Live performance with LUNĂ + guest DJ (RS)
This project is co-funded by the Romanian Cultural Institute, through the Cantemir Programme – a funding programme for cultural projects aimed at the international environment.
The Romanian Cultural Institute is not responsible for the content of the project or for the manner in which the project results may be used. Full responsibility lies with the funding beneficiary.
Partner: Kruna Association (Street Art Belgrade)
Media partners: feeder.ro, digitizArte.ro, Un-hidden Romania, BSBSA (Belgrade Sofia Bucharest Street Art), Igloo, IQads.ro, La pas prin Brașov, Munteanu, PRwave, Revista Atelierul, Zeppelin, Ziarul Pozitiv
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