I am Margareta Jelić, a multidisciplinary artist and researcher based in the United Kingdom with over three decades of experience blending art practice and theory. I explore gaze, perception, and the relationship between observer and actor across painting, media, and polymedia installations, drawing on philosophy, art history, and environmental studies to inform my practice and teaching. I work at the intersection of theory and practice, directing animation projects, teaching at university level, and conducting workshops and artist residencies. My research in gaze theory informs my creative work, and I bring this perspective to art students to help them develop critical, experimental approaches to art and media.

Margareta Jelić

I am Margareta Jelić, a multidisciplinary artist and researcher based in the United Kingdom with over three decades of experience blending art practice and theory. I explore gaze, perception, and the relationship between observer and actor across painting, media, and polymedia installations, drawing on philosophy, art history, and environmental studies to inform my practice and teaching. I work at the intersection of theory and practice, directing animation projects, teaching at university level, and conducting workshops and artist residencies. My research in gaze theory informs my creative work, and I bring this perspective to art students to help them develop critical, experimental approaches to art and media.

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I am Margareta Jelić, a multidisciplinary artist and researcher based in the United Kingdom with over three decades of experience blending art practice and theory. I explore gaze, perception, and the relationship between observer and actor across painting, media, and polymedia installations, drawing on philosophy, art history, and environmental studies to inform my practice and teaching.

I work at the intersection of theory and practice, directing animation projects, teaching at university level, and conducting workshops and artist residencies. My research in gaze theory informs my creative work, and I bring this perspective to art students to help them develop critical, experimental approaches to art and media.

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Language

English
Fluent
Serbian
Fluent
French
Intermediate
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Marketing Manager at Gross export/import company (Belgrade, Serbia)
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Marketing Manager designing marketing material (catalogues, digital prints, company website, etc.).
Lecturer at University of Art in Belgrade, Department for Polymedia Arts
January 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Lecturer in Theory and Models of Polymedia Arts; Modules include Theory of Polymedia Arts and Techniques and Technologies.
Workshop Conductor at Museum of Applied Arts in Belgrade
October 1, 2010 - Present
Conducted a workshop during the 45th Children's October Salon.
Founder / Organizer at Private School for Animation (Belgrade)
January 1, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Organized and conducted a private School for Animation; exhibited and won an award at the 44th Children's October Salon.
Art & Animation Workshops Organizer at Cultural Centre Rex (Belgrade suburbs)
January 1, 2006 - October 4, 2025
Created and coordinated art and animation workshops for Primary Schools in Belgrade suburbs.
Cover Supervisor at Patcham High School, Brighton and other Brighton secondary schools (Park Hove School, Varndean High School, BACA)
January 24, 2025 - Present
Cover supervision across Patcham High School and various other Brighton secondary schools as needed.
Cover Supervisor at Secondary Schools in West Sussex
December 20, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Cover supervisor across multiple West Sussex secondary schools.
Cover Supervisor at Longhill High School, Brighton
July 19, 2024 - October 4, 2025
Cover supervisor at Longhill High School, Brighton.
Cover Supervisor at Secondary Schools in East and West Sussex
January 1, 2025 - October 4, 2025
Provided cover supervision and support for learning across multiple secondary schools in East and West Sussex, assisting teachers with classroom management and student engagement.
Marketing Manager at Gross export/import company (Belgrade, Serbia)
December 31, 2021 - October 4, 2025
Designed marketing material including catalogues and digital prints; contributed to the company website and branding materials to support export/import activities.
Lecturer at University of Art in Belgrade, Department for Polymedia Arts
December 31, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Lectured in Theory and Models of Polymedia Arts; module on Performance and Total Art; taught Techniques and Technologies (Photoshop).
Workshop Facilitator at Museum of Applied Arts Belgrade
December 31, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Conducted a workshop at the Museum during the 45th Children's October Salon.
Founder/Coordinator at Private School for Animation
December 31, 2010 - October 4, 2025
Organized and conducted a private School for Animation; the program exhibited and won an award at the 44th Children's October Salon at the Museum of Applied Arts Belgrade.
Art and Animation Workshop Coordinator at Primary Schools in Belgrade suburbs (Cultural Centre Rex)
December 31, 2006 - October 4, 2025
Created and coordinated art and animation workshops at primary schools in Belgrade suburbs, organized by Cultural Centre Rex.

Education

PhD in Relation between Observers and Actors’ Perception in Polymedia Work of Art at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies
January 1, 2009 - October 4, 2025
PhD in Theory of Gaze: Gaze between Painting and Media at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Theory of Arts and Media / Interdisciplinary studies
January 1, 2008 - October 4, 2025
MA in Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
BA (Hons) in Painting at University of Art in Belgrade / Faculty of Applied Arts / Painting Department
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1992
Grade 8 Piano ABRSM at ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Grade 5 Theory Music ABRSM at ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
PhD at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2009
PhD at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Theory of Arts and Media / Interdisciplinary studies
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2008
MA at University of Art in Belgrade / Department for Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
BA (Hons) at University of Art in Belgrade / Faculty of Applied Arts / Painting Department
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1992
Piano ABRSM Grade 8 at ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Music Theory ABRSM Grade 5 at ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025

Qualifications

PhD in Relation between Observers and Actors’ Perception in Polymedia Work of Art
January 1, 2009 - October 4, 2025
PhD in Theory of Gaze: Gaze between Painting and Media
January 1, 2008 - October 4, 2025
MA in Polymedia Arts / Interdisciplinary studies
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2006
BA (Hons) in Painting
January 1, 1986 - January 1, 1992
Grade 8 Piano ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Grade 5 Theory Music ABRSM
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Piano ABRSM Grade 8
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Music Theory ABRSM Grade 5
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other