Art Skopje" is a non-profit program whose holder is the "Ilija Kamchev" Foundation. The project arose as a result of the development of the Foundation’s program activities in accordance with the determination that culture plays a significant role in the overall development of the Republic Macedonia. The program aims to create long-term sustainable independent centre for development of culture and
contemporary art. The emphasis of this project is advanced multilevel promotion of younger generations of Macedonian painters, sculptors and multimedia artists. In this context, "Art Skopje" initiates freedom of artistic expression and development of Macedonian contemporary art scene, through the implementation of activities that will improve the general level of art and culture in our country, as well as: encourage partnership, artistic exchange and mobility. Following the presentation of local talented artists, the project "Art Skopje" aims to connect young Macedonian artists with artists, curators and organizations in an international context. The long-term vision to increase their level of international cooperation in the field of culture will result in: creation of unique conditions for artistic exchange, fostering a culture of connecting through networking, building joint platforms and partnerships and exchange of creative and theoretical potentials through implementation of joint projects. By establishing a sustainable cultural scene in the country and its promotion outside its boundaries, these young artists will have an opportunity to present their works in a contemporary venue, an exhibition pavilion made possible by "Art Skopje" and the "Ilija Kamchev" Foundation. All of this makes "Art Skopje" a coherent project that will embrace contemporary art in one place and will allow us to worthy present our art and culture worldwide.
