The Contemporary Art Museum of Yerevan will host Kristina Oganezz’s solo project “The Bird of the Holy Spirit” from September 30 to October 3. This project is a unique exhibition-campaign that aims to inspire every Christian to recognize God through the Bible and make the New Testament their daily reading book, immersing themselves in faith and devotion to God.
“This idea was born when I asked God, ‘What do You want me to do for You? How can I serve You with the talent You have given me?’ I believe it was the Holy Spirit who inspired me to make this project a reality. The concept involves painting the titles of chapters and verses from the Bible in golden ‘bird letters’ on a black canvas. These letters and symbols are derived from the ancient Armenian alphabet and decorative motifs—’bird letters,'” explains the artist.
Notably, Armenian bird letters and their cultural expressions have been included in UNESCO’s representative list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2019. For the first time, the public will see not only the bird letters but also bird numerals, a concept created by Kristina Oganezz. These bird numerals will make their debut within the framework of this project, showcasing unique ornaments of Armenian culture.
The exhibition “The Bird of the Holy Spirit” is curated by the renowned art curator and critic Giuseppe Usani d’Escobar.
Born in Armenia, Kristina Oganezz entered the art world at just three years old by attending the Henrik Igityan National Center for Fine Arts. As a talented child, she participated in numerous exhibitions. During her teenage years, she continued painting and later studied graphic design and photography. She has taken private art lessons from well-known Armenian artists to further refine her painting skills. In addition to her art education, she has a background in linguistics and economics.
Kristina Oganezz is a member of the International Association of Artists (Estonia) and an honorary member of the Armenian Union of Artists. She has showcased her work in solo and group exhibitions both in Armenia and internationally. Her artworks are featured in private, state, and museum collections, including the History Museum of Yerevan. In 2020, she received the Frida Kahlo Award in Milan, Italy, for her portrait of Charles Aznavour.
The official opening ceremony of the exhibition will take place on September 30 at 6:30 PM.
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