On October 30, first-year students of METU majoring in Software Engineering and Radio Engineering, Electronics, and Telecommunications, together with a lecturer from the Department of Social and Humanitarian Disciplines and World Languages, G. G. Tsyrenzhapova, visited the Almaty Museum of Arts.

During the excursion, students were introduced to various directions of contemporary art—from abstract paintings to large-scale installations. The museum’s exhibition became a true revelation for them: unusual materials, bold ideas, and profound imagery sparked admiration, curiosity, and a desire to grasp the artists’ intentions.

The visit became an important cultural event that broadened the students’ understanding of modern artistic expression and the role of art in reflecting the issues of today’s world. A follow-up discussion allowed participants to share their impressions and connect what they saw with their own thoughts and experiences.

Zhumagali Azamat:
“While viewing the exhibition, I felt both admiration and amazement, but at times also confusion and even a sense of chaos—as if the art was speaking a language I am only beginning to learn.”

Kurbanova Farida:
“I was most impressed by the works of Almagul Menlibayeva. Her style is unique—it harmoniously combines tradition and modernity. Each piece carries deep meaning; it’s not just an image but a reflection on culture and time.”

Tuyebay Amanzhol:
“Contemporary art truly helps us understand the modern world. It reflects the issues and emotions of our time—from ecology and wars to loneliness and technology. Through unusual imagery, artists express what is difficult to convey in words.”

The visit to the Almaty Museum of Arts became more than just an excursion—it was an encounter with thoughts, emotions, and art that speaks without words.
Each student left the museum a little different—with a new perspective on art, the world, and themselves.