Igor Grubić's practice reflects on the historical violence in Eastern Europe, specifically regarding LGBTQ+ rights. His video installation 'East Side Story' combines documentary footage of Pride protests in Belgrade and Zagreb with subsequent dance performances, portraying both the struggle against queerphobia and the potential for collective healing through art. This piece connects to current student-led protests across Serbia, emphasizing the cyclical nature of political activism and the responsibility of artists to foster solidarity and community, rather than merely serving as spectacles.
Art in public space and activism are not a spectacle for me. It's about care. It's about standing together, not apart. Whether I'm marking acts of resistance or quietly commemorating the absence of those who have been hurt, my work aims at fostering a sense of community and solidarity among marginalized voices."
Grubić's two-channel video 'East Side Story' juxtaposes documentary footage of police violence at Pride protests in Belgrade and Zagreb, reminding viewers of the persistent struggle against queerphobia in Eastern Europe.
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