VANGEL DEREBAN Filigree and goldsmith workshop

Ornamentation is as old as mankind. However, as a professional activity, the manufacture of jewelry originates from the later period of the human development. Goldsmiths have been highly gifted and inventive artisans from time immemorial. The archaeological findings of the Macedonian soil to a great extent testify to their considerable skill. A lot of these […]

Aleksandar Filev

Byzantine Art (4th – 15th century CE) is generally characterised by a move away from the naturalism of the Classical tradition towards the more abstract and universal, there is a definite preference for two-dimensional representations, and those artworks which contain a religious message predominate. However, by the 12th century CE Byzantine art has become much […]

Dimitrievski Carving Atelier

Wood carving in North Macedonia is a cherished traditional craft, deeply rooted in its cultural heritage. This art form not only reflects the country’s rich history but also showcases the intricate skills of its craftsmen. Among these artisans, Ace Dimitrievski stands out for his exceptional craftsmanship and his ability to transform wood into exquisite pieces […]

Slobodan Stoleski

Macedonian legendary author Petre M. Andreevski once wrote that, unlike other nearby villages, Vraneshtitsa exists owing to its only craft – pottery. Located within the Kichevo Municipality, it is considered to be a major center of traditional ceramic pottery in our country. People have lived here of earthenware for as long they can remember. One […]

Irina Tosheva

As a designer who is actively working on the Macedonian scene, Irina opts to make her creations unique and exciting, through new channels of creative expression. Through hard work and open mindedness Tosheva makes effort to ensure her values are represented through her business. Irina is actively involved in projects which goal is to improve […]

Nikola Martinoski

Nikola Martinoski (1903–1973) was a prominent Macedonian painter known for his significant contributions to the development of modern art in North Macedonia. His work indeed reflects the influence of various European art movements, particularly Cubism and Surrealism. Cubism Influence: Martinoski’s engagement with Cubism is evident in his exploration of form and space. Cubism, pioneered by […]

Strumica Museum

The museum in Strumica was established in 1952 in the facility of former Jewish school as the National Museum. In 1963, the National Museum moved to the building of the Higher Agricultural School, where, according to the spatial and material conditions, a permanent exhibition which existed for several years, was shoown. In 1978, the National […]

Zujca Talevska

Always closely linked to their native land, the Macedonian people have mostly lived through centuries of tradition transmitting it from one generation to another, and thus creating an unusually rare material and spiritual culture which bears some patriarchal characteristics. True folklore cannot be bought or sold, but has to be learned through toil, sweat, tears, […]

Melodious people from Strumica – Vocal and Instrumental Ensemble

The emergence of urban traditional singing (locally called starogradska muzika) is related to the development of cities and the bourgeoisie under influence of the West in the Ottoman-occupied North Macedonia during the 19th century. Unlike rural folk music, which portrays life in villages, the nature surrounding them, and the hard agricultural work performed in the […]

Strumica Carnival

This annual event in Strumica celebrates traditional Macedonian folklore with modern twists. It features colorful parades, elaborate costumes, and lively music, blending ancient carnival traditions with contemporary festivities. The Strumica Carnival is a secular traditional custom that has its origins in a pagan cult and in its essence, celebrates fertility and cleansing. The Carnival has […]