Financial Problems of Artists in Focus of Culture Day Events

Ljubljana, 7 February - Several events were held across Slovenia on Friday, on the eve of Culture Day. This year, the holiday is again being accompanied by calls to improve the financial situation of artists, while the National Council and the Public Fund for Culture (JSKD) promised to boost support for non-professional artists.

Koper Artist Marko Brecelj talking to te press. Photo: Mitja Volčanšek/STA

Koper
Artist Marko Brecelj talking to te press.
Photo: Mitja Volčanšek/STA

Ljubljana Glosa trade union of artists stages a poetry reading and protest ahead of Culture Day. Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana
Glosa trade union of artists stages a poetry reading and protest ahead of Culture Day.
Photo: Tamino Petelinšek/STA

Ljubljana Statue of France Prešeren. Photo: Domen Groegl/STA

Ljubljana
Statue of France Prešeren.
Photo: Domen Groegl/STA

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