Stanče and his mother live in a small house where they and their ancestors were born. Everything we want to know about them is hung on the wall of their room. Strong relationship to faith, creative freedom, and their existence dependent on collecting of herbs and berries.

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Demir Hisar region, Northern Macedonia

The mountain villages of the Demir Hisar region are depopulating due to a lack of work. Young people are leaving for the cities, the old are gradually dying out, and with them their houses. Wildlife then transforms the remains of humanity into a place where time stood still.

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Jana Hunterová

professional photographer, na volné noze

Jana Hunterova focus is not only as a photographer but also on the history of photography as well as curatorial and lecturing activities. She is experimenting with short films, several of which have garnered acclaim. She is a member of the international art cooperative, Urban Dialogues.