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A PERFECT FORMULA Vincenzo Maccarone, director of mc2gallery, tells Francesca Lee-Rogers about big moves, the Montenegrin art scene and the importance of collaboration
In 2018 you moved your headquarters from Milan to Luštica Bay – what was the reason? I made the decision as Montenegro attracts a lot of international visitors, and I believe it will do so for many years to come. In 2014, I made the move personally, but I still travel the world for work.
many reasons I like being here, but the main two are: it’s an exclusive place, with incredible future potential, and Luštica Bay management is very competent, supportive and serious about making this a long-term project. I also believe it’s perfect because the location reflects the high quality of work represented in the gallery.
What do you like most about being based in Luštica Bay? Who wouldn’t want to have a gallery in such a beautiful place? I have always loved the sea and art, and now I can enjoy both. There are
How has the art world in Montenegro changed? The Montenegrin art world has always been active, as demonstrated by the Academy of Fine Arts in Cetinje, the various museums
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