The photo shoot in Foshan, China, showcased the beauty of Armenian women in national costume
Recently, a photo shoot was organized by FUNCTIONZ Studios in Foshan city, China, to showcase Armenian traditional garments featuring Ourfa embroidery. The photo shoot was a confident display of the grace and elegance of Armenian women, highlighting the striking colors and intricate floral designs of Armenian folk costumes. Models Hasmik Sanamyan, also known as Jessie, and Araksie Aloyan, both of Armenian descent, were featured in the shoot.It is notable that Jessie, an Armenian model, achieved victory at the "World Madam Competition 2023" held in Shenzhen, China. Despite facing challenges such as cancer and vitiligo, she boldly emphasized the importance of
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of one of the world cinema giants- Sergei Parajanov
The hundredth anniversary of Sergei Parajanov - born Sarkis Hovsepi Parajaniants, a prominent cultural icon of the South Caucasus region, is celebrated today. Parajanov was born to artistically gifted Armenian parents on January 9th, 1924, in Tbilisi, Georgia. He had a remarkable career working for Dovzhenko Film Studio, Armenfil’m, and Georgia Film Studio, where he adeptly navigated the intricacies of the Soviet film industry. While his earlier works adhered to the prescribed norms of socialist realism, his later films deviated radically from established cultural conventions.Parajanov is widely regarded by film critics, historians, and filmmakers as one of the greatest and
Armenian performing arts and traditional garments showcased to Chinese audiences in Beijing and Qingdao
In the final weeks of December 2023, the country of China was alive with excitement and celebration as various cultural festivals and celebrations unfolded. Amidst the many enthusiastic participants and performers, there were Armenian students and residents who were eager to showcase the rich history, culture, and traditions of their homeland to an international audience. One of the standout performers was Eliz Stepanyan, who was the only Armenian student studying at the Beijing International Studies University. On December 29th, she took part in the International Festival, where she impressed and delighted students from all over the world, including Ghana, Morocco,
Sahak Sahakyan: the master who opened up new horizons for Armenian folk art
Sahak Sahakyan (1929-2010), an artist of Armenian descent, is widely regarded as one of the most celebrated figures of his time. Born in Stepanavan in 1929, Sahakyan hails from a family originally from Mush, Western Armenia. His great-grandfather was known for his exceptional talent as an artist, potter, and stone engraver.Throughout his illustrious career, Sahakyan's works have been showcased in numerous exhibitions in the Armenian Republic during the Soviet era, the Soviet Union, and international exhibitions. His artistry has earned him numerous accolades in the form of gold, silver, and bronze medals, diplomas, and awards. Sahakyan was known for his
The Armenian model with vitiligo who survived cancer won the beauty pageant held in Shenzhen, China
Hasmik Sanamyan, an Armenian model also known as Jessie, emerged victorious at the annual "World Madam Competition 2023" held in Shenzhen, China. The event is a beauty contest where women from different countries showcase their respective cultures, with one winner from China and a foreign country each. This year, Jessie won the "Annual Global Champion" title for representing Armenia. During her speech, Jessie, who overcame cancer and has a unique skin type with vitiligo, emphasized the importance of showcasing the beauty and uniqueness of every woman. She expressed that neither cancer nor vitiligo nor any other adversity should distort a woman's
