Artist Talk at Temirbek Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts

It was an honour to be hosted by the distinguished Temirbek Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts last Monday for an artist talk. What a pleasure to meet and engage with the Academy’s wonderful community, and to have the opportunity to share my practice with such an engaged audience. I was especially impressed by the incredible talent and dedication of the students and artists I encountered during my visit. Thank you for the generous welcome and for making my visit so memorable. I’m very grateful for the opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and learn from the vibrant arts community in Almaty. 

Many thanks especially to the faculty and leadership who organised the talk. Front row from left to right – • Docent: Suleimenov Mukhamedzhan Shadykhanovich• Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Fine Arts: Turgynbay Bolat• Dean of the Faculty of Painting, Sculpture and Design: Baidilda Bauyrzhan Nurbekovich• Vice-Rector for Scientific Affairs Ph.D., Doctor of Philosophy, Professor Arman Adilkhanuly Zhudebayev• Docent: Tainov Serik• Professor of the Department of Fine Arts: Duzelkhanov Agymsaly Duzelkhanov• Master of Art History, Senior Lecturer : Kehzhebaeyeva Leila Abduganievna.And big hugs to dearest Uzbekova Indira Kalinekovna for making these relationships happen, and to my intrepid translator Dariya Nurzhankyzy. I hope to see you all again soon!