Schemnitz gallery is a new highlight on the cultural map of the charming historical town of Banská Štiavnica. You can find it in the newly renovated Senensis House, originally built in the 16th century.
Schemnitz is a new art gallery, established in 2013. The Gallery’s mission is to explore the exciting and constantly evolving world of contemporary visual fine arts in Slovakia, and to make its most interesting moments available to the public. Its collection features the latest trends in painting and drawing among the most talented young Slovak artists. Through regular exhibitions, the Gallery presents the works of the leading representatives of contemporary painting, drawing and graphics in Slovakia.
The Gallery has renowned artists in its portfolio, but it also promotes the works of notable new talents. An artwork’s quality is the primary consideration for its inclusion in an exhibition.
The philosophy of the Gallery is that the worlds of art and every-day life can be bridged by building friendly relationships between artists and art lovers and collectors.
Banská Štiavnica, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is one of the most beautiful historical towns of Slovakia. Its location, unique architecture, natural surroundings and, above all, its rich history all call for local cultural institutions that create an imaginary link between the town’s present character and the best years of its long and fascinating history. The Gallery’s name, Schemnitz, was, in fact, the German name for Banská Štiavnica when it was the third most important city of the Hungarian Empire.
THE TEAM
IVAN LADZIANSKY
Gallerist
slovakart@gmail.com
Ivan Ladziansky has been running a successful art business for 25 years, but the founding of the Schemnitz Gallery has been his long-term dream.
“I have always been fascinated by art, in all its forms and genres. Being in touch with artists and their works is deeply inspirational for me. Discussions with visitors as well as friendly and mutually beneficial relationships with customers make me feel that my work is meaningful. In my efforts, I am not focused on personal profit. The good will of my customers and a successful business give me the means to innovate in the presentation of our artists and allow me to cooperate with skilled and creative people. All this gives me true personal fulfillment.”
ALEXANDRA HRIVŇÁKOVÁ
Education projects for children, graphic design
sasaetcetera@gmail.com
Fine artist and fine-art teacher. For many years, she has been devoted to the topics of art communication and the psychological aspects of authentic visual image perception and creation in people, especially children. In the context of the art trends of the second half of the 20th century, Alexandra enjoys looking at how children record what they see and what imprints occur – experience or emotion – In the microcosm of children’s lives as a result of encountering arts.