The Shocking Truth About Jagoda Buić: Private and Public Like You’ve Never Seen!
Have you ever heard of Jagoda Buić? If not, get ready to dive into a world of art, passion, and decades-long drama! On July 5th, in Podgorica, the book “The Life of Jagoda Buić: Private and Public” by Svjetlana Hribar was launched, and trust me, this is no ordinary biography. This is a bombshell revealing all the secrets of one of the most significant artists in our region.
A Book That Shakes the Region
The book was crafted over 15 years through conversations between the author and Jagoda Buić herself. Yes, you read that right – fifteen years! It took that long to gather the truth about a woman who changed the art world. Rade Šerbedžija, a close friend of Jagoda, shares anecdotes that will make you laugh and cry. Their friendship was so strong it lasted a lifetime, and Šerbedžija even read a letter Jagoda sent to the author, revealing her deepest thoughts about the biography.
From Split to World Galleries
Jagoda Buić was born in Split and studied in Dubrovnik, Zagreb, Vienna, Rome, and Venice. Her career is impressive: over 200 costume and set designs for Croatian theaters, more than 80 solo exhibitions worldwide, and awards many artists only dream of, including the Gran Prix Itamaraty at the São Paulo Biennale.
But it wasn’t all smooth sailing. During her marriage to the World Bank vice president Hans Vutke, Jagoda almost stopped working, dedicating herself to her husband and his travels. After his death, she returned to art with even greater passion, exploring new materials – from paper and cardboard to metal and Venetian glass.
Why This Book Matters
This book is not just a biography. It’s a testimony of an era, an artistic movement, and a woman who refused to be ordinary. Svjetlana Hribar, a journalist with hundreds of interviews and articles about artists, brings us a story that will make you rethink what you know about art and life.
Final Word and a Casual Challenge
If you think art is only for elites or biographies are boring, think again. Jagoda Buić proves that art can be rebellion, passion, and life drama all in one. So, what’s your favorite artistic drama? Or maybe you have a juicy artist story to share? Don’t be shy, drop a comment and start the chat – art is for all of us, right?
