Maja Smrekar
Maja Smrekar is a prominent Slovenian artist known for her innovative work that explores the intersections of art, technology, and society. Her projects often challenge traditional notions of identity and family, as seen in her acclaimed work 'Hybrid Family,' where she integrates her dog Ada into her artistic practice. Smrekar gained international recognition when she received the prestigious Golden Nica award at the Ars Electronica festival in Linz, which is a vital platform for contemporary art and technology. Recently, her work has been controversially appropriated in political campaigns, highlighting the ongoing tensions between art and politics in Slovenia.
Born on Jan 01, 1976 (49 years old)
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Maja Smrekar is a Slovenian artist whose image was used in the referendum campaign without her permission.
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Slovenia:
Maja Smrekar is an artist whose work is being misused by the SDS party in their campaign against pension supplements for artistic achievements.
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