photographer: Balnur Nussipova
RUYÒ JOURNAL (2022-present)
Nazira Karimi is the co-founder of Ruyò, an artist-led platform and journal dedicated to advancing critical discourse in the arts, film, and theory within Central Asia. Since Ruyò's inception, Karimi serves as the platform's Creative Director, shaping its identity and solidifying its role within the Central Asian art community.
Under her guidance, Ruyò Journal published works by contemporary Central Asian thinkers, visual artworks, and showcased films, offering a platform for emerging and established professionals. A notable milestone under her leadership was the publication of Ruyò 01 'To My Mind', a bilingual print edition available in both English and Tajik languages.
In addition to its published content, Ruyò, organized several public programs, including screenings, presentations, and educational initiatives such as the program 'Who is Dushanbe Today?'.
Credits
Co-founder and Director: Sabina Khorramdel
Co-founder and Designer: Samaya Böhmer
Translator: Ilhom Hoshimi
Cover Art: Dariya Temirkhan
Contributors to Ruyò 01 'To My Mind': Dilda Ramazan, Aida Adilbek, Dana Iskakova, Ziliä Qansurá, Zumrad Mirzalieva, Aziza Shadenova, Ermina Takenova, Fatemeh Sarebannejad, Saodat Ismailova, Lolisanam Ulugova, Anisa Sabiri, Benazir Ibraimova, Krëlex zentre, Guzel Zakir, and Elham Hadian.
Nazira Karimi co-founded HORSEMILK, an artist-run online journal dedicated to contemporary Central Asian art. In addition to her role as co-founder, Karimi developed the platform’s web presence, establishing a digital space for Central Asian cultural work. During its two years of operation, HORSEMILK published articles, showcased artworks, and fostered a critical dialogue within and beyond the region.
A highlight of the platform was its interactive timeline of Central Asian contemporary art, offering audiences an engaging way to explore the art movements' evolution and significant moments.
HORSEMILK was created in collaboration with Medina Bazargali, Arman Sein, and Anvar Musrepov.
HORSEMILK (2017-2019)