Ksenija Samardžija

Upon completing a degree in Art History at the Faculty of Philosophy in Belgrade and successfully passing the curatorial exam at the National Museum in Belgrade, Ksenija Samardžija has established the artistic association PODR.UM in 2013.

This initiative becomes instrumental in organizing a variety of exhibitions, art residency programs, presentations, and other endeavors that facilitate meaningful interactions between artists and the public; continued collaboration on international projects is noteworthy for promoting contemporary artists and creating outlets for the production and display of new work.

Ksenija’s tenure at the Heritage House (Belgrade) has further honed her skills in curatorial duties, collection management, and understanding of market conditions. Since 2019, Ksenija has served as the director of the Foundation Saša Marčeta, which operates within the Bioskop Balkan (formerly a cinema hall housed in a grand 19th-century building) to carry out its activities. Her dedication to the field and keen insights have solidified her reputation as a trustful leader in the art world, and her work continues to have a lasting impact on the artistic community.

A catalogue is in the process of being published, with Stevan Vuković handling the catalog text and contributions from Christophet Yggdre.