Ashgabat:The MAMA ‘Mother Nature’ international art exhibition opened in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan, on October 20, featuring a multitude of artworks that emphasize the connection between art and nature conservation.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the event was attended by notable figures such as Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Guardianship, and Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Turkmenistan and representatives of the art community were also present.
Oguljahan Atabayeva highlighted the exhibition’s theme, focusing on the harmony between humans and nature as a critical aspect of sustainable development. She stressed the importance of caring for nature and preserving its beauty for future generations.
Leyla Aliyeva discussed the exhibition’s 116 works by 62 artists from 35 countries, including Turkmenistan, which provide unique insights into the beauty and fragility of nature. She remarked on the environmental challenges shared by Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan, particularly the declining water levels in the Caspian Sea, which threaten species such as the Caspian seal and sturgeon.
The exhibition also showcased Turkmenistan’s decorative arts, including national musical instruments, carpets, traditional headdresses, and antique jewelry, celebrating the cultural heritage of the Turkmen people.