Henrik, Journal of Contemporary Photography / #1 Trials

Henrik is a magazine and platform dedicated to documentary and contemporary photography, offering a rare printed space for visual storytelling in a time when such opportunities are becoming increasingly scarce. It provides photographers with the chance to tell meaningful stories that blend topical relevance, a refined visual language and a distinctly personal approach. As a one-of-a-kind publication in Slovenia and the broader region, Henrik brings a breath of fresh air and offers a much-needed stage for creative voices.

The first issue revolves around the theme of Trials. Ana Šuligoj shares a deeply personal account of losing her mother due to asbestos exposure, while Robert Marin and Sergej Harlamov delve into the metaphorical and literal underground - a refuge for those seeking meaning. Eva Bevec uses visual language to explore the quiet presence of the banal and the absurd as a subtle reflection of today’s struggles. Ivan Tomašević offers a moving meditation on the Croatian war veteran community through the lens of his father’s story, while Meta Krese presents Hazira’s powerful testimony from a survivor camp following the Srebrenica genocide.

 
Photographers: Ana Šuligoj, Robert Marin, Meta Krese, Eva Bevec, Ivan Tomašević
Editors: Nik Erik Neubauer, Jaka Teršek
Designer: Žiga Anderlič

Print run: 500