An exhibition marking the 30th anniversary of the “Brijeg” Art Colony was ceremoniously opened at the Public Library in Široki Brijeg. For three decades, this colony has brought together artists and art enthusiasts, making a valuable contribution to the cultural life of Herzegovina through its work. The exhibition features forty selected pieces from a collection amassed during the “Blidinje,” “Trebižat,” “Park Posušje,” “Borak,” and “Peć Mlini” art colonies.

Srećko Slišković, president of the association, welcomed the attendees and recounted key moments from the Colony’s history and its evolution over the past thirty years. He also read a message from the Federal Minister of Culture and Sports, Sanja Vlaisavljević, who extended her congratulations to the organizers and participating artists on this significant milestone, while expressing gratitude for their long-standing contribution to the development of cultural life and the promotion of the visual arts.

Speaking on behalf of the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sports, the Minister’s advisor, Anita Vlašić, emphasized that the Ministry takes pride in supporting such valuable cultural initiatives, which have enriched the social and cultural life of the community for decades. Following her remarks, she officially declared the exhibition open.