Gulnur Mukazhanova is a Kazakh contemporary artist who combines Central Asian felt with other media to examine the interaction between ancient textile culture and contemporary issues. This solo exhibition showcases diverse creations from across her career, including felt paintings, felt sculptures, patchwork installations, photography and video.
Felt making is a laborious process that demands both physical strength and mental focus – wool fibres are repeatedly squeezed, kneaded and pounded into a densely matted textile. Mukazhanova blends traditional techniques with bold colours and experimental collages, taking Central Asian felt beyond its everyday uses and cultural significance for freer, more open and more emotional expressions.
Venue address: 45 Pak Tin Par Street, Tsuen Wan, N.T.