In Michigan, USA, the first-ever presentation of the art exhibition “EPOS” by Albanian visual artist Vlasov Sulaj brought the legendary figure of Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu to life through a powerful photographic narrative centered on light, form, and historical memory.

The exhibition, accompanied by a photobook of the same name, was showcased to both the American public and the Albanian diaspora, receiving warm and emotional reactions. “EPOS” originated during the unveiling of a Skenderbeu monument in Tuz, in collaboration with sculptors Ardian Pepa and Dylber Neziri.

The exhibit features 30 black-and-white photographs, carefully selected from thousands taken over an 11-month period. The monochrome format was intentionally chosen to highlight the essence of the creative process—light, shape, and shadow.

Key support came from Albanian-American organizations: “Malësia e Madhe” in New York, “Malësia” in California, and “Jehona e Malësisë.” As a gesture of appreciation, Sulaj donated selected works to their collections.

Sulaj explains that “EPOS” is more than an art project—it’s a deep emotional and artistic retelling of Skanderbeg’s legacy, from clay to bronze, from sketch to eternity. The project has also sparked international interest from academics and institutions for future collaborations.