"NAKHCHIVAN-CRADLE OF HUMANITY" V INTERNATIONAL ART FESTIVAL DEDICATED TO THE 98TH ANNIVERSARY OF NATIONAL LEADER HEYDAR ALIYEV

  The Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic hosted the 5th International Drawing Festival "Nakhchivan - the cradle of humanity" dedicated to the 98th anniversary of national leader Heydar Aliyev. Chairman of the Supreme Assembly Vasift Talibov attended the opening of the exhibition.

  Chairman of the Artists' Union of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. Honored Artist of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ulviya Hamzayeva said that consistent measures are being taken to develop painting and fine arts in the autonomous republic. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Artists' Union by the order of the Chairman of the Supreme Assembly. In the past, the development of the art of painting has been kept in focus, relevant specialties have been opened in higher education institutions, and comprehensive conditions have been created for the teaching of the art of painting. A new building and workshop were put into operation for the Artists' Union, 1 of the artists was awarded the honorary title of People's Artist of the Republic of Azerbaijan, 1 artist, 5 Honored Artists of the Republic of Azerbaijan and 6 Honored Artists of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. Starting from 2012, the "Nakhchivan - the cradle of humanity" International Art Festival was launched, 4 international art festivals were held. In total, 181 works by 172 artists from 29 countries were presented at these festivals. On behalf of the festival participants, Ulviya Hamzayeva thanked the Chairman of the Supreme Assembly for the high attention and care.

  Welcoming the festival participants, Chairman of the Supreme Assembly of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Vasif Talibov said: "The Nakhchivan-Cradle of Humanity" V International Art Festival is dedicated to the 98th anniversary of our national leader Heydar Aliyev. The biennial international art festival has become a tradition. The spread of the pandemic around the world did not prevent the festival. As in previous festivals, this year's festival was attended by artists from foreign countries, not directly, but by sending their works.

  "The festival coincides with a significant calendar. The great personality Heydar Aliyev was born in May. At the same time, this month nature awakens and beautifies," he said. reflects its history, nature and modern development with different approaches. After each festival, catalogs of these works are prepared and published. Thus, festivals become history. In the future, those who look at these catalogs will see that such an event is traditionally held and will continue to do so.

  The Chairman of the Supreme Assembly thanked the festival participants, wished the artists creative success and viewed the exhibition.

  It was noted that 18 artists from other regions of the country and 22 from the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, 40 artists took part in the festival. 23 artists from Turkey, Iran, Russia, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kosovo took part in the festival online and painted works dedicated to Nakhchivan. The exhibition features 44 paintings by artists at the festival.

   Among the artists are Javid Ismayilov's "Return", Eldar Gurbanov's "Festival", Arzu Novruzov's "Zangauar Corridor", Habiba Allahverdiyeva's "Longing is over. Nakhchivan", Sariya Akbarova's "My flowery Nakhchivan", Adil Yusifov's "Mountains", Hokuma Mammadli's "Nakhish , "Shusha" by Habib Allahverdiyev, "Uchgardash Piri" by Ulviya Hamzayeva, "Nature of Nakhchivan" by Nasrullah Musayev, "Beauty of Nakhchivan" by Naila Ahmadova, "Aries stones" by Tarana Seyid, "Lalali Nakhchivan" by Irina Eldarova, "Hachadag" by Gahraman Tagiyev "Bridge of Lamentations" and other works have become an expression of the rich imagination and professionalism of artists.

  Artists Eldar Gurbanov and Irina Eldarova expressed satisfaction with the high level of the festival and said they would participate in future festivals.

  "Nakhchivan - the cradle of humanity" International Art Festivals held since 2012, "Colors of my country" album-catalogs dedicated to the 95th anniversary of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, as well as "Bahruz Kangarli", "Ibrahim Safiyev" album catalogs published at different times, The model of the artist's Igbal Hasanalizadeh "Aries statue" engraved with Nakhchivan monuments was also demonstrated.

  The Chairman of the Supreme Assembly instructed to display the works shot at the festival in the relevant museums.

  At the end, a memorial photo was taken.