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Throughout his career, Šmajs Muni has exhibited            In addition to his visual art, Šmajs Muni is also a
           his work in numerous solo and group shows both in          cultural worker, writer, photographer, and educator.
           Slovenia and abroad.                                       H e h a s b e e n invo l ve d in var io u s ar t is t ic a nd

                                                                      cultural projects, contributing to the promotion
           His exhibitions have taken place in cities such as         and development of contemporary art in Slovenia.
           Rotterdam, London, Geneva, New York, and Toronto.          His work often incorporates elements of Eastern

           His work has been recognized and celebrated in             philosophy, which he encountered during his time
           various international art fairs and biennales, including   in Asia. This philosophical influence is evident in his
           the Beijing Biennale and the Sydney Biennale.              approach to art, as he seeks to create a sense of
                                                                      balance and harmony within his compositions.
           Šmajs Muni’s artistic achievements have earned him

           several prestigious awards and honors. In 1981, he         Iztok  Šmajs  Muni’s  artwork  is  a  testament  to  the
           received a painting award at the Biennale of Young         power of abstract art to captivate and inspire. His
           Artists in Rijeka. He has also been awarded medals         unique style, characterized by intricate patterns and

           and honors at international art competitions and           vibrant colors, creates  a rich and immersive visual
           exhibitions, including the Pollock-Krasner Grant in        experience. As an artist living and working in Velenje,
           New York and the Premio Cosme Tura in Ferrara.             Slovenia, Šmajs Muni’s contributions to the art world
           These accolades reflect the impact and significance        are both significant and enduring.
           of his work in the global art community.
















































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