Jelena Pejković’s background in architecture strongly underpins her work. A robust line drawing typically forms the foundation of her pieces, while subsequent layers of black ink or paint, combined with loose, expressive mark-making, allow her to playfully emulate the qualities of the subject.

Her work often focuses on ordinary, overlooked, and peripheral yet complex and visually striking subjects, such as rural architecture, derelict buildings, or neglected urban areas. Whether stacking precise ink lines or combining and interlocking diverse materials, her process is profoundly transformative. Through sustained focus and careful attention, layers of complexity emerge even from the most mundane structures.

By the time her pieces are completed, Jelena Pejković experiences a deep sense of transformation. She gains knowledge and develops an ever-expanding curiosity about the world through the microcosm of the observed sites. Her work invites viewers to slow down, take time, and reflect on aspects of their surroundings that often go unnoticed. By contemplating the potential of what is habitually dismissed, the observer is encouraged to experience a renewed sense of both agency and belonging.

Citizenship: Serbia
Residence: Session 4 & 5 (18.05.-02.08.2026)