ART signer. I’m from Uzbekistan and were brought up mainly by the older generation, as is customary in our culture. In my vision of beauty and clothing style a huge influence had a national colouring. Because I sew for a wide range of people, in every clothes I sew, you can see the national style. OCA: What is “Eurasianism” for you? FY: For me this is when you belong to the community between the Eurasian countries and more specifically, the community of people in these countries. People have always strived for unity for existence and in the modern world this brings great results such as growth to the community and support. OCA: What are your favorite artists? FY: Leonardo da Vinci, Rembrandt, Rafael, Pushkin, Muhammad Yusuf, Valentino, Chanel, Alexander McQueen.
FIRUZA YAKUBOVA Firuza is a fashion designer. She was born in Tashkent. She graduated as a lawyer-economist, she has been doing art for five years. She has her own brand, which is beginning to be recognized, she is a member of many prestigious associations in several countries around the world. In Uzbekistan, he has the status of an honorary National Craftsman. Firuza Yakubova creates exclusive models and looks, from natural fabrics (cotton, silk, wool, leather). OCA: Tell us please about yourself and your creative activity? FY: My name is Yakubova Firuza and I’m already at the age when a woman celebrates her 30th anniversary every year, I hope readers will understand me. When I was 4 years old, I already was interested in sewing. My grandmother used to sew for me dresses, that curiosity led me to become a de-
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OCA: Have you taken part in the events of the Eurasian Creative Guild (London)? FY: Unfortunately, no. When my participation was organized in 2019, I faced some problems in my field, which prevented me from taking part in the Festival. OCA: What does the Eurasian Creative Guild mean to you, and how did it affect your creativity ? FY: I can’t say exactly how the guild influenced my artwork because I’m still a beginner in this community. OCA: Do you have any personal project that you would like to talk about? FY: Well, I have my own project. The main idea is to teach children sewing skills for free, to help children who have talent but no opportunity for self-realization. OCA: What projects have you participated in and in which do you plan to participate? FY: I’m going to take part in the project “Open World international program” which focuses on training women