Zhanna Nugerbek

Zhanna Nugerbek was born on December 28, 1988, in the village of Aktyk, Akmola region, Kazakhstan. In 2018, she graduated from the I.E. Repin St. Petersburg State Academic Institute of Painting, Sculpture, and Architecture, specializing in sculpture. She currently teaches ceramic art at the Department of Decorative Arts at the T. Zhurgenov Kazakh National Academy of Arts and resides in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Zhanna’s artistic journey is closely tied to the exploration of masculinity and femininity. Her time studying in St. Petersburg sparked an interest in the visual history of Kazakhstan and a deep investigation into her roots. The feeling of distance and longing for her homeland became a key catalyst in her work, resulting in a series of pieces that reflect her distinctive artistic approach. In her art, she frequently emphasizes feminine imagery, offering a counterbalance to the traditional male monuments of Kazakh warriors (batyrs) that are commonly seen across the country.

Zhanna is actively engaged in developing and experimenting with different forms of sculpture. Her interests range from studio sculpture to monumental outdoor installations and land art.