In a vibrant celebration of Kurdish heritage, women from Bokan in Eastern Kurdistan showcased their culture and traditions through an impressive art exhibition.
Forty local artists and designers participated in the event, presenting a wide range of works that reflected Kurdish literature, customs, and everyday life. The exhibition, organized by a group of young women from the city, featured paintings and designs that offered visitors a vivid glimpse into authentic Kurdish experiences.
Mina Karimi, the exhibition director, explained the event’s purpose in an interview, saying the goal was to “promote Kurdish identity further.” She added, “Seventy-eight paintings are the work of 40 talented women who participated in this joint exhibition. The exhibition’s theme is Kurdish culture. Everyone must know their identity and take pride in it.”
One of the participating artists highlighted the uniqueness of the exhibition, noting, “That feeling of Kurdishness and the beautiful, vibrant display we created have made the exhibition stand out. Our works truly have distinction.”
Many of the pieces depicted traditional clothing, household items, the role of women in society, and other cultural aspects. One artist specifically portrayed women creating kilim, traditional handwoven rugs, remarking, “In its time, women made kilim by their own hands.”
The exhibition was a notable success, attracting numerous visitors over its three-day run and offering a meaningful celebration of Kurdish heritage.
