Artist Profile
Munara Abdukakharova
Emerging artist from Kyrgyzstan
Munara Abdukakharova is an emerging artist with an architectural background. “The art I make is mostly narrative, based on my everyday life, and depicts broader social issues in Kyrgyzstan.” Munara's works address contemporary Kyrgyz self-identity and the connection to the nomadic heritage. In addition to figurative art, Munara also works with more abstract techniques in textile art. She frequently uses the main fabric of nomadic culture – felt.