Baku is set to host the second “Fly to Baku” Art Weekend from 30 October to 1 November, bringing together Azerbaijani and international artists to explore the Caucasus’ wildlife and cultural heritage, and the need to protect nature.
This year’s event, titled “Big Five”, draws inspiration from the Caucasus’ natural heritage, spotlighting five animals: the gazelle, Caucasian leopard, brown bear, grey wolf and imperial eagle.
Through contemporary art, sculpture and interactive installations, the artists examine humanity’s relationship with nature and the importance of safeguarding cultural and natural heritage for future generations.
At the Stone Chronicle Museum, artists explore the links between wildlife, human behaviour and the legacy humanity leaves behind.
Orkhan Nabizadeh’s sculpture project, “Ancient Stone, Contemporary Memory”, draws inspiration from the ancient rock art of Gobustan. The work reinterprets five symbols of Azerbaijan’s natural heritage through contemporary sculpture, connecting ancient artistic traditions with questions about what future generations will inherit.
Nabizadeh said preserving traces of the past and passing them on to future generations was at the heart of his creative work.
Meanwhile, Elvin Nabizadeh presents “Radius of Responsibility”, an interactive installation featuring sculptures of a Caucasian leopard and a gazelle.
The animals are illuminated but vanish into darkness when visitors approach and block the light. They reappear when visitors step back, highlighting how even unintentional human actions can have consequences for wildlife.
At the Heydar Aliyev Center, the focus shifts to folklore and mythology. The exhibition “Legendary Creatures – An Azerbaijani Bestiary” features six artworks inspired by the role of animals in Azerbaijani cultural traditions.
Co-curator Lesley Gray said the exhibition draws on historical connections between animals and Azerbaijani culture, as well as the tradition of medieval manuscripts that combined scientific observation, allegory and mythology.
Nearby, artist Farid Rasulov showcases “Kings of the Mountains”, a carpet installation paying tribute to the golden eagle.
The artwork features two eagles, one at its nest and the other returning home, with an egg between them symbolising life, hope and the future.
Rasulov said the piece serves as a reminder that even the most powerful creatures are vulnerable, underscoring the importance of protecting wildlife for generations to come.
Beyond the exhibitions, Fly to Baku Art Weekend features performances, concerts and interdisciplinary projects at venuesacross the city.
The initiative seeks to bridge Azerbaijan’s cultural heritage and contemporary art, encouraging audiences to reflect onbiodiversity and environmental responsibility.
Running over three days, the festival places Baku at the intersection of art, history and conservation, highlighting how creativity can inspire a deeper connection with nature and help shape its future.
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