Daniela Marko, born on 6 April 1980 in Bacska Palanka and currently residing in Backi Petrovac, is a versatile artist with a background in fine arts, education, and community engagement.
Marko’s artistic journey began at the Academy of Arts in Novi Sad, where she earned the title of Graduate graphic artist – professor of fine arts. Her commitment to art extended further as she completed postgraduate studies, obtaining a Master’s degree in art and graphics.
Following her academic achievements, Marko generously volunteered at the Zuzka Medvedova Gallery in Bacsky Petrovec from 2006 to 2007, showcasing her dedication to fostering artistic endeavors within her community. Presently, she contributes her skills and knowledge to Jan Cajak Primary School and Jan Kollár Grammar School with a boarding house in Bacsky Petrovec.
A dynamic professional, Marko actively engages in various projects, wearing hats as an author, organizer, and coordinator for events tailored to children, young adults, and the wider community. Her creative influence extends beyond borders, as she implements author projects both within the state and abroad.
One of her notable projects is the ongoing development of an art camp for primary school students. Since 2010, Marko has been instrumental as a coordinator and organizer, providing a platform for young artistic minds to flourish.
Marko’s commitment to the arts is exemplified by the art camp she founded, focusing on academic artists at the Karol Miloslav Lehotsky Gallery within the Jan Kollar Grammar School with a boarding house in Bacsky Petrovec.
In addition to her educational pursuits, Marko serves as the active chairwoman of the Asset of Teachers of Art Culture within the Association of Slovak Teachers, further highlighting her dedication to the cultural and educational landscape.
Marko’s collaboration with the Museum of Slovaks in Vojvodina showcases her engagement with institutions dedicated to preserving and promoting cultural heritage.
Artistically, Marko has left an indelible mark with six solo exhibitions in Hlozany, Bacsky Petrovec, and Novi Sad. Since 1996, she has been a consistent participant in group exhibitions across various locations, including Hlozany, Bacsky Petrovac, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Stara Pazova, Sremska Mitrovica, Gornji Milanovac, Norway, and Slovakia.
Marko’s prowess extends beyond traditional mediums. Her passion for photography, nurtured since her student days, gravitates towards landscapes and nature. More recently, she has delved into graphic design, with a focus on projects for employers, colleagues, and co-workers.
Utilizing a range of digital tools such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Notepad, Marko showcases a contemporary approach to her artistic and design endeavors.
Marko’s linguistic versatility is equally noteworthy, as she fluently speaks Slovak and Serbian, with proficiency in English.
Driven by a dynamic work ethos, Marko’s realism and optimism are evident in her art and educational initiatives. She actively embraces collaboration, both seeking and providing advice, showcasing a willingness to explore new avenues of artistic expression.
In 2019, Matica slovenská in Serbia, Bacsky Petrovac, recognized Marko’s contributions with a special award for her merits and achievements in the realms of education, upbringing, and the improvement of the Slovak language and language culture.
