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Sharing a few moments from Module 4 with Margo Rejmer - Every Person Is a Story: An Interview as an Encounter.

During the workshop, Margo shared with us a practical toolbox on how to approach interviews as spaces of encounter, empathy, and deep listening. Through different exercises and conversations, we explored ways of formulating meaningful questions, building trust, and understanding the stories people carry with them.

Now, with Margo’s guidance, the participants will continue working on their homework assignments, developing their own interviews and expanding these conversations further.

Grateful for the inspiring exchange of ideas, experiences, and perspectives throughout the workshop. The journey continues

The module led by Margo Rejmer for Art Writing and Criticism Program (AWCP) is supported by the Adam Mickiewicz Institute (IAM), | which is co-financed by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of the Republic of Poland.

Thanks to the Embassy of Poland in Albania | afor making this collaboration possible!

Last weekend we had the pleasure of hosting An Paenhuysen | for a two-day intensive workshop as part of the AWCP (Art Writing and Criticism Program).

Focused on critical and creative writing in the arts, the workshop combined theory, discussion, and many practical exercises. Together, we analyzed reviews by well-known critics, reflected on different approaches to art criticism, and exchanged thoughts on writing as a way of engaging with contemporary art and culture.

🔥Two inspiring days of collective thinking, close reading, discussion, and writing.

The module led by An Paenhyusen for the Art Writing and Criticism Program (AWCP) is supported by the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany I

A small glimpse from the exhibition opening!
Thank you to everyone who was present and shared this moment with us!

This Is Mine Too

Installation view: Zeta Contemporary Art Center
Organized by Erka Shalari and Fora Magazine
Curated by AWCP (Donika Berishaj | , Enza Rripaj | , Ermela Çelaku | , Lea Allkoja | .allkoja , Nadia Abazi | , Noel Boci )

Photo: Zeni Alia |

Artists:
Edi Balla |
Elsa Martini |
Fatlum Doçi |
Linda Berger |
Lori Lako |
Luan Bajraktari | .bajraktari

This project is supported by Austrian Embassy in Albania |
2026

The exhibition can be visited daily during gallery opening hours. The gallery is also open on weekends from 10:00–16:00 (please reserve in advance).

The exhibition closes on Monday.
Thank you!🧡

Memories from the second module of AWCP ✨

We had the pleasure of hosting Erka Shalari for a two-day workshop focused on writing and reviews. The first day was dedicated to theory, while the second day focused on practice, writing about artworks and engaging with exhibitions and artistic processes.

Together with the class, we are organizing the exhibition “Edhe kjo është nga unë” (This is mine too), created entirely within just 3 days. The exhibition opens tomorrow, May 12, at 19:30.

Curated by:
Donika Berishaj |
Enza Rripaj |
Ermela Çelaku |
Lea Allkoja | .allkoja
Nadia Abazi |
Noel Boci |

The group showed great enthusiasm and creativity throughout the whole process, and we want to thank everyone for their energy and contribution. 🔥

See you there!🧡

As part of the AWCP program’s second module, we are organizing the exhibition “Edhe kjo është nga unë” (“This Is Mine Too”).

Featuring works by:
Edi Balla, Elsa Martini, Fatlum Doçi, Linda Berger, Lori Lako, and Luan Bajraktari.

📍 Exhibition duration: 12.05.2026 – 18.05.2026
📍 Location: ZETA Center for Contemporary Art
🕢 Vernissage: 12 May, 19:30

Organized by Erka Shalari and Fora.

We are also pleased to introduce the participants of the course who curated the exhibition:

Curated by:
Donika Berishaj |
Enza Rripaj |
Ermela Çelaku |
Lea Allkoja | .allkoja
Nadia Abazi |
Noel Boci |

We would like to thank all the artists for their willingness and enthusiasm to be part of this exhibition and the program, as well as all the course participants for their work and dedication throughout the process.

This Is Mine Too

Featuring works by:
Edi Balla, Elsa Martini, Fatlum Doçi, Linda Berger, Lori Lako, Luan Bajraktari

Exhibition duration: 12.05.2026 – 18.05.2026
Location: ZETA Center for Contemporary Art
Vernissage: 12 May, 19:30
Organized by: Erka Shalari and Fora
Curated by: AWCP

The exhibition brings together works by artists that step outside their usual styles. It includes experiments, early works, and creations that do not easily fit within the artists’ established identities. These works reveal moments of change and artistic exploration. The exhibition highlights processes of transformation, where art is still developing and has not yet taken on a final form.

This project is supported by the Austrian Embassy in Albania.
Edhe kjo është nga unë

Me vepra nga:
Edi Balla, Elsa Martini, Fatlum Doçi, Linda Berger, Lori Lako, Luan Bajraktari

Kohëzgjatja e ekspozitës: 12.05.2026 – 18.05.2026
Vendi: ZETA Qendra për Art Bashkëkohor
Vernisazh: 12 Maj, 19:30
Organizuar nga: Erka Shalari dhe Fora
Kurator: AWCP

Ekspozita mbledh së bashku vepra të artistëve që dalin jashtë stilit të tyre të zakonshëm. Ajo përfshin eksperimente, punë të hershme dhe krijime që nuk përshtaten lehtësisht brenda identitetit të konsoliduar të artistëve. Këto vepra zbulojnë momente ndryshimi dhe eksplorimi artistik. Ekspozita vë në pah proceset e transformimit, ku arti është ende në zhvillim dhe nuk ka marrë ende një formë përfundimtare.

Ky projekt mbështetet nga Ambasada e Austrisë në Shqipëri.

In the first module of AWCP, we had the pleasure of hosting Francesco Scasciamaccha, who introduced us to “The Foundations of Cultural Studies as a Method for Critical Writing.”

This approach traces back to the emergence of Cultural Studies in the 1950s–60s, shaped by thinkers like Raymond Williams and closely linked to the Birmingham Centre for Contemporary Cultural Studies.

Francesco shared with us a rich selection of materials, from theoretical readings to a home assignment, guiding us through ways of engaging critically with culture and text.

We’re sharing here a few glimpses from the course.

Thank you for the generosity and knowledge!

Swipe left to explore the program calendar.

Note: All courses will take place in class over the weekend, except for Margo Rejmar’s module. Two days will be held in class, while the other days will be flexible for individual work and collaboration with the mentor in the field.

Featured artwork in the background: Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Untitled (Perfect Lovers).

Criticism today is loud, instant, and everywhere! But real critique takes time, research, context, and responsibility.
At Fora, we believe in slowing down to think deeper.

Do you, think everyone is a critic today? Let’s talk!

Featured artwork in the background: Andrea Fraser - Official Welcome