Lectures and Talks

FOTOHOF – an introduction to a collective gallery and publishing house.

Since its foundation in 1981, FOTOHOF has been a centre for artistic photography in Austria. 
Based in Salzburg, this collective is involved with diverse activities at home and abroad. In addition to the exhibitions in our gallery, 
FOTOHOF’s program includes one of the most extensive photo-specific libraries in Austria, an internationally active 
photo book publishing house, an archive for historical and contemporary photography, international touring exhibitions, and
a wide range of educational workshops and events.

Con motivo del Día Internacional del Libro se organiza esta conferencia a cargo de Josep Maria de Llobet.Desde el boom del fotolibro español el año 2013, la situación ha cambiado bastante. Muchos de sus protagonistas ya no están, mientras las condiciones para la consolidación de este sector van empeorando debido a múltiples factores. En ese contexto, ¿Qué sentido tiene hoy una editorial especializada en publicar fotolibros?Durante este encuentro, Josep Maria de Llobet hará un repaso por algunos de los fotolibros españoles más destacados y nos hablará de la aventura de publicar fotolibros como una actividad de resistencia poética en un contexto marcado por el abandono de cualquier formato físico en relación con la imagen. 

Il progetto Yogurt nato nel 2015 come rivista online dedicata alle arti visive, è caratterizzato da un’incessante ricerca sui fermenti, i campi di indagine, le tendenze estetiche e narrative e i territori di confine della fotografia contemporanea. Yogurt si sviluppa attraverso una rivista web, una libreria, la Paper Room, specializzata in Photobooks, una casa editrice e un’agenzia creativa. Yogurt organizza anche Charta, un festival dedicato ai Photobooks.https://yogurtmagazine.com/

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The Yogurt project established in 2015 as an online magazine dedicated to the visual arts, is characterized by relentless research into what are the ferments, fields of inquiry, aesthetic and narrative trends and border territories of contemporary photography. Yogurt is developed through a web magazine, a bookshop, the Paper Room, specializing in photobooks, a publishing house and a creative agency. Yogurt also organizes Charta, a festival dedicated to photobooks.https://yogurtmagazine.com/

We are thrilled to invite you to a captivating celebration of visual storytelling at the UK Parobrod on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Prepare to be enchanted as we showcase the remarkable talents of diverse photographers who will unveil their latest creations in the form of captivating photo books.

Step into a world where images speak volumes and stories unfold with every turn of the page. From intimate portraits to sweeping landscapes, each photo book is a testament to the artistry and vision of its creator. Belgrade Photo Book Week 2024 is your exclusive opportunity to immerse yourself in this rich tapestry of photographic expression.

The participants are:
Anja Putensen. Abschiedsrbriefe. https://anja-putensen.squarespace.com/
Bragi pór Jósefsson. 100 outdoor swimming pools. https://www.bragi.is/
Brian C. Arnold. A History of photography in Indonesia. https://www.briancarnold.com/
Dasha Karetnikova. Motherland hears,, motherland knows. http://dashakaretnikova.com/
Oyvind Hjelmen. Moments reflected. https://www.oyvindhjelmen.com/

As the evening unfolds, you’ll have the chance to engage with the photographers, gaining insights into their creative process and the stories behind their captivating images. Explore a plethora of themes, styles, and perspectives, each offering a unique glimpse into the human experience.

And that’s not all! As a token of our appreciation for your presence, we’ll be offering select attendees the opportunity to take home some stunning photo books, allowing you to cherish and revisit the magic of this event long after the curtains close.

Join us on April 23rd 16h at the UK Parobrod for an unforgettable evening celebrating the art of Welcome to the Belgrade Photo Book Week 2024!

The Book [embodiment] Lab Interacting with a Book: Body, Breath, Touch, Media

During our meeting, we’ll delve into books as living organisms, where each body possesses its own unique structure, trace, and personality. 

Using examples of various book constructions by our authors, we’ll explore every stage of the viewer’s interaction with the book: from immersing themselves in the narrative to perceiving the printed project as a product. 
We’ll also discuss the significance of the book medium as an exhibition space and explore shifts in visual tradition.Book[e]lab is an independent multidisciplinary project specializing in small-run editions, founded by Olga Matveeva and Jenia Yahina.

Since its establishment in 2020, Book[e]lab has been curating immersive laboratories and workshops focused on creating artist’s photobooks and zines.

In our exploration of photobooks, we engage all senses through interaction with space, surface, volume, material, and proportions. Sometimes, a book can offer artists more freedom and resources than a gallery space, opening up new layers of meaning in authorial expression through tactile experiences.

Throughout the various stages of working with photobooks, we combine the experiences of artists, photographers, designers, and even technologists. This collaborative process inspires and encourages thinking and experimentation. Book design becomes an integral part of the project, enriching its semantic scope. That`s why we carefully consider the choice of paper, printing method, and construction of each future book.

The peculiarity of our laboratory lies in the synthesis of artist and designer practices, providing an opportunity to view one’s work through the lens of different professional experiences and to explore how the authorial idea interacts with book design and the viewer’s perception.

Our collective mission is to delve into the depths of visual imagination, overcome creative obstacles, and uncover the language of individual expression, ultimately crafting layouts ripe for the printing press.

Instagram @bookelab

Olga Matveeva is a visual artist who works with photography, installation, artist’s books, and analogue printing processes. She is also an independent curator, publisher, and educator, as well as the co-founder of Book[e]Lab.Olga graduated in political science at the State University for Human Sciences in Moscow in 2008, and from photography at the Rodchenko Art School in 2013.

Participant of international festivals and exhibitions of contemporary art.In her artistic practice she is focused on the experiences of an individual in an ever changing socio-political turmoil while being immersed in mythology and mysticism. Originally from Moscow, she currently lives and works in Belgrade, Serbia. 

Jenya Yahina, the co-founder of the Book[e]Lab, she participates in photobook workshops as an independent curator-researcher and teaches the Author’s Photobook course at the Rodchenko Art School. She is also a dance artist, practicing contemporary dance and dance performance.

The focus of her artistic research lies in perceiving the body’s interaction with the surrounding reality through performative contemporary dance practices, unfixed identities, and the synthesis of body and space in artist/research/photo book.

English below.

Estamos encantados de invitaros a un gran evento, en colaboración con el Instituto Cervantes en Belgrado, donde el mundo de la fotografía española converge con el vibrante panorama cultural de Serbia. El lunes 22 de abril de 2024, en UK Parobrod, de 17:00 a 19:00, sumérgete en las narrativas cautivadoras y los viajes visuales creados por seis grandes fotógraf@s españoles mientras presentan sus últimos libros. El evento será en inglés.

Acompañadnos mientras exploramos la intrincada interacción de la luz, la sombra y la emoción capturada a través de las lentes de estos artistas, cada libro despliega un relato único, ofreciendo una visión de la diversa trama de la experiencia humana.

Los participantes son:
Alex Llovet. Not about lockdown. https://www.alexllovet.com/
Borja Ballvé Giró. Disorder. https://www.borjaballbe.com/
Julieta Averbuj. El juego de la madalena. https://www.instagram.com/julietaaverbuj/
Laia Serra. Untitled folder. https://www.instagram.com/daiaserra/
Rif Spahni. Son Boter, Joan Miró. https://rifphotos.com/

A medida que el evento llegue a su fin, te invitamos a participar en un sorteo especial, donde varios asistentes tendrán la oportunidad de llevarse a casa un fantástico fotolibro. Es una ocasión que no deben perderse los entusiastas de la fotografía ni los amantes de los libros.

¡Marcad esta fecha en vuestros calendarios y uníos a nosotros para un viaje inspirador a través de la lente de la fotografía española, solo en Belgrade Photo Book Week 2024! 

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We are thrilled to invite you to an extraordinary event in collaboration with the Instituto Cervantes in Belgrade, where the world of Spanish photography converges with the vibrant cultural landscape of Serbia. On Monday, April 22, 2024, from 17:00 to 19:00, immerse yourself in the captivating narratives and visual journeys crafted by six renowned Spanish photographers as they present their latest books. The event will be conducted in English.

Join us as we explore the intricate interplay of light, shadow, and emotion captured through the lenses of these talented artists. From breathtaking landscapes to intimate portraits, each book unfolds a unique tale, offering a glimpse into the diverse tapestry of human experience.

The participants are:
Alex Llovet. Not about lockdown. https://www.alexllovet.com/
Borja Ballvé Giró. Disorder. https://www.borjaballbe.com/
Julieta Averbuj. El juego de la madalena. https://www.instagram.com/julietaaverbuj/
Laia Serra. Untitled folder. https://www.instagram.com/daiaserra/
Rif Spahni. Son Boter, Joan Miró. https://rifphotos.com/

As the event draws to a close, we invite you to participate in a special raffle, where several lucky spectators will have the opportunity to take home a photo book. It’s an occasion not to be missed for photography enthusiasts and book lovers.

Mark your calendars and join us for an inspiring journey through the lens of Spanish photography, only at Belgrade Photo Book Week 2024.