Discussion about Talinn Graphic Art Triennial

On 17 October, 2007 in Kumu museum in Tallinn the 14th Tallinn graphic art triennial „Political & Poetical“ was opened. It presented the graphic art of three Lithuanian artists including Naglis Rytis Baltušnikas, Kęstutis Grigaliūnas, Eglė Vertelkaitė. Also, since 16 October, 2007 in Tallinn City Gallery a personal exhibition of Eglė Vertelkaitė took place, who was announced the Grand Prix winner in the 13th Tallinn graphic art triennial. The personal exhibition was called “Feelings tired of thinking. Appropriate tense considering a child’s understanding”. On 12 November, 2007 in Vilnius Graphic Art Centre an open discussion was organized to talk about impressions brought from Tallinn graphic art triennial. Discussion actively involved the artists who have participated in the triennial as well as art critics, journalists, students of Vilnius Art Academy. An extensive video material was presented and many discussions were touching the topics of Tallinn graphic art triennial traditions, changes and perspectives. The discussion included the topic of our country’s representation of graphic art in the triennial and other international events, topicalities of this as well as problems.