Organized by the Textile and Contemporary Fashion Section of ULUPUDS, in collaboration with Manak’s House, a detached department of the Ethnographic Museum in Belgrade, the exhibition connects contemporary artistic practice with rich textile heritage.
“The central idea of the exhibition — the transmission of knowledge — is presented as a living and dynamic process. Textiles are not seen merely as objects, but as a medium through which skills, cultural patterns, and identities are conveyed, while also functioning as both a document of society and a contemporary artistic language,” emphasizes Lidija Jovanović.
“The exhibition at Manak’s House enables an encounter between tradition and contemporary expression without literal references to the past. Artists adopt principles of structure, rhythm, and material relationships, creating new interpretations. In this context, textiles are increasingly recognized as a ‘slow medium’ — one that requires time, dedication, and deeper reflection,” she adds.
“The particular value of the exhibition lies in its pedagogical dimension, as it includes young artists and students, enabling them to develop their own expression through dialogue and collaborative work, while continuing the continuity of knowledge,” Jovanović concludes.
Through five editions, “Pass It On” has established itself as a project that fosters continuity and development within the contemporary cultural context. This exhibition does not close a cycle, but rather opens space for further connections between heritage and contemporary practice, affirming textiles as a living, dynamic, and relevant medium today.
