Yarat Contemporary Art Space

founded in 2011 by aida mahmudova, yarat is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing an understanding of contemporary art in azerbaijan and to creating a platform for azerbaijani art, both nationally and internationally. based in baku, yarat, (which means create in azerbaijani) realizes its mission through an on-going program of exhibitions, education events, and festivals. yarat facilitates dialogue and exchange between local and international artistic networks, including foundations, galleries and museums. a series of residencies further fosters opportunities for global cultural dialogue and partnerships. to help encourage an emerging generation of creative talent to seek a career in the arts, yarat has pledged to help students and graduates through the ‘artim young artist project’. this allows at least one young participant a chance to exhibit in each of yarat’s projects, giving them the opportunity to exhibit there works in a professional context. yarat also aims to p