Eastern European Colonies in The 20th and 21st Century
Many art colonies continue across Eastern Europe in Bulgaria, Slovenia, Croatia, Macedonia and Serbia. They are organised by a range of bodies including city councils, monasteries, private collectors and artists. Generally the colonies only exist for a few weeks each year as many of the participants work on an academic calendar. Some of the colonies (Stumista) have been in existence for over 40 years and their reputation allows them to attract a range of international artists. Some examples of these groups may be found at:
- Veles - Macedonia
- Strumitsa - Macedonia
- Ohrid Colony Ramazzoti - Macedonia
- Gamzigrad - Serbia
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