The National Gallery of Arts has opened In the Present – Creativity Fund 2026 at HangArt-Kinostudio. The exhibition brings together new works by 16 Albanian artists.

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport launched the open call for the first time in 2026. The gallery selected 10 established artists and six emerging talents. Since July, they have developed projects in painting, sculpture, photography, video, performance and installation.

Their works explore contemporary issues such as the environment, memory, migration, work, identity and technology. The exhibition also examines the relationship between individuals and reality. It brings together artists from different generations, with experience in Albania and abroad.

The participating artists are Jon Azizaj, Kristanja Çene, Fatlum Doçi, Gentian Doda, Ilir Kaso, Sead Kazanxhiu, Beskida Kraja, Aurela Kumanaku, Lori Lako, Blerina Muça, Matilda Odobashi, Remijon Pronja, Leonard Qylafi, Enza Rripaj, Endi Shani and Abi Shehu.

The exhibition remains open until 15 November. Through the Creativity Fund 2026, the gallery finances new works and gives artists the opportunity to present them to the public.

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