January 23, 2026

Minister Vlaisavljević’s congratulatory note to HKD Napredak on the occasion of Tomislav Ostoja’s exhibition “Eros and Thanatos”

It is with particular pleasure that I send my congratulations and sincere thanks for the invitation on the occasion of Tomislav Ostoja’s exhibition “Eros and Thanatos”, whose theme explores deep psychological and philosophical aspects of life and death in a powerful and thoughtful way.

This exhibition testifies to a mature and courageous artistic approach that, through visual expression, opens up space for reflection on fundamental human issues, inner tensions and universal experiences. The opposing, yet inseparable concepts of Eros and Thanatos in Ostoja’s work become a powerful symbol of creative energy, transience and the meaning of existence, offering the audience a deeply personal, but also universal artistic experience.

I thank you for the invitation and for your contribution to the development of the contemporary art scene, as well as for creating a cultural space that encourages dialogue, introspection and critical reflection. Such projects confirm the important role of art in understanding man and the society in which we live.

I congratulate the author and the organizers on the realization of this significant exhibition and wish you much success in your further work and new artistic challenges.