Cultural enrichment: a new educational project opens in Atyrau

Teenagers and young people will be able to participate in interesting lectures, practical classes, urban expeditions and walks for free.

Atyrau, July 8 – From August 2 to August 20, Atyrau teenagers and youth from 12 to 25 years old will be able to participate free of charge in the "Open Studio" project, where lectures in the field of culture, science and art, practical classes, urban expeditions and walks will take place. The Open Studio was created by the YEMAA Center for Contemporary Culture in partnership with the Eurasia Foundation of Central Asia, the Chevron Company, and the Infinity plaza eco-park. The program of the event is aimed at supporting young artists in Kazakhstan, exchanging experience in the art environment and developing the creative industry.

 Who will be the invited experts?

Participants of the "Open Studio" together with residents of the art residence "Frontier. Atyrau Chronicles" will be able to take part in educational workshops and lectures by mentors such as:

• Saule Dyusenbina - is a contemporary artist;
• Dmitry Morozov - is a contemporary artist, winner of the Cube Prize (France, 2014) and the Sergey Kuryokhin Prize (2013);
• Kulshat Medeuova — Doctor of Philosophy, Head of the Department of Philosophy of L.N. Gumilyov ENU;
• Diaz Adil - is a composer, music producer.

In addition, each resident is "Frontier. Atyrau Chronicles" will hold a master class, thanks to which teenagers and young people will be able to get acquainted with artists, ask questions and exchange valuable experience. Also, the participants of the "Open Studio" will immerse themselves in the world of disciplines of contemporary art, urban studies, cinema, philosophy, cultural studies and anthropology.

How to participate? 

To participate in the project, you need to register using the link from July 8 to July 20. In addition to the form, participants will need to write an essay on the following topics:

For participants aged 12-15 years: "My city";

For participants aged 16-25 years (optional):

"Why do I love my city?"

"My favorite place in the city"

"What do I want to improve in my city?"

The essay can be submitted in Kazakh or Russian. The results of the competition will be announced on July 24. Details and details of the "Open Studio" will be sent to the selected participants by email.

Contacts: 

Adiya Ramazanova, curator of the project

ramazanova.a.ch@gmail.com

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YEMAA - is a multidisciplinary open space. The aim of YEMAA is the development of contemporary art and the formation of regional culture. The center was founded in 2020 in Atyrau. The Center's work is aimed at holding exhibitions of visual art, theatrical productions and performances, promoting digital art and implementing an educational program through workshops, lectures, meetings with artists, sculptors, poets, musicians and those who are ready to share their experience in art.

EFCA (Eurasia Foundation of Central Asia) - is a public organization founded in the region in 2005, mobilizes public and private resources, helping citizens to take an active part in building their own future by strengthening local communities and improving civic and economic well–being. More information about EFCA can be found at http://ef-ca.kz /.

Chevron - is one of the leading integrated energy companies in the world. The company believes that affordable, reliable and clean energy is essential for building a more prosperous and sustainable world. Chevron produces oil and natural gas, produces transport fuels, fuels and lubricants and petrochemical products, and develops technologies that improve business and industry. The company is focused on reducing the carbon intensity of its activities and strives to develop a low-carbon business alongside its traditional business lines. More information about Chevron can be found at www.chevron.com .

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