Катерина Пухаева

December 18 in the North Ossetian capital – Vladikavkaz, at the National Art Museum will be opened the final exhibition "Reflection of Europe".
According to the organizer of the exhibition, the head of the non-profit International Association «Renaissance Sandidzan» Radion Pukhaev, in 2015 the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe", were held in Moscow and Tskhinval.
"This exhibition is a kind of summing up of the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe", - said Pukhaev. – Within five years were held more than 25 events in nine countries, in thirteen European cities, including Brussels, Rome, Paris, Istanbul, Luxembourg, Budapest and others. "
The "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" was supported by the International Association of Ossetian society "Revival", the President of the Republic of South Ossetia Leonid Tibilov, ex-Chairman of the Government of the Republic of North Ossetia-Alania Sergei Takoev.
"The constant search for new venues and new ideas allows us to maintain a high level of our activities, thus was born the idea to hold ​​the exhibition "Reflection of Europe ", - said Pukhaev. - All the artists involved for five years in the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe", have displayed their impressions of Europe - Europe through eyes of the Ossetian artists. Some works were based on sketches made in the open air in the Netherlands, France and Belgium. "
Pukhaev has stressed that Europe has always attracted artists.
"For several centuries it became the "Academy of Arts" for the world, where studied Briullov, Aivazovsky, Levitan, Ivan Repin, Surikov and many others. - One of the first Ossetians trained in Europe, was Makharbeg Tuganov - the founder of the Ossetian art.
Visiting European cities makes it possible to see the wonderful examples of art, inspiring and setting to a wave of new achievements, taking into accounts the deep Ossetian individuality, originality and respect for the traditions of national culture ".
According to Pukhaev, the exhibition "Reflection of Europe" is very interesting; it allows looking at the Old World in a new way, through the eyes of the modern Ossetian painters.
"Due to the success of exhibitions in Moscow and Tskhinval it was decided to hold "Reflection of Europe" in the regions of Russia and CIS countries. –We have also received several invitations from Europe. "
The project "Reflection Europe" has been supported by the ministries of culture of North and South Ossetia, as well as the Union of Artists of Russia.
Pukhaev has noted that the exhibition in Vladikavkaz will feature the works of the well-known Ossetian painters Shalva Bedoev, Magrez Kelekhsayev, Vadim Pukhaev, Lavrenty Kasoev, Yuri Abisalov, Boris Gabaraev, Akhsarbek Akhpolov, Oleg Basaev, Marat Kesaev, Robert Karkusov, Sofia Kodoeva, Akhsar Esenov, Vladimir Aylarov, Igor Toguzaev and Vadim Kadzhaev.
The curator of the exhibition is thewell-known Ossetian painter, the winner of the Russian Academy of Arts Vadim Pukhaev.

Today people of South Ossetia are celebrating the 26th anniversary of the national liberation struggle for freedom and independence. Today, at the entrance to Tskhinval, on the Pris hill took place a rally "This day is inscribed in the annals with golden letters ...".

At the entrance to Tskhinval have gathered representatives of the Republican leadership, headed by President Leonid Tibilov, representatives of the intelligentsia, the public, veterans of the national liberation struggle for freedom and independence of the Republic, as well as the servicemen.

Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy of South Ossetia for post-conflict settlement Murat Dzhioev has welcomed the participants, noting that since November 23 people of South Ossetia became much stronger. On this day, they have realized that they must be strong, united. Our strength was in our spirit, and our people have won.

Dzhioev noted that "no matter how much time has passed, people of South Ossetia will always remember the feat that those guys accomplished on that day."
"Strengthening our country and developing friendly relations with all countries, first of all, with the great Russia, we will always remember this feat - said Dzhioev. - We will remember that the courage of our people, their commitment contributed to the formation of our state. "

During the meeting Dzhioev told about the formation of the statehood of South Ossetia since November 23, 1989.

Leonid Tibilov has noted that November 23 is the most important historical date in the recent history of South Ossetia.
"We are proud of our people, appreciate each individual, because our people have shown an unprecedented feat since November, 23, 1989 - said Tibilov.- Here are many witnesses to this heroism."

The head of state has emphasized that people of Ossetia will always remember the guys who displayed extraordinary courage, facing unarmed the enemy.
"We will also always remember the Russian soldiers who came to our rescue in August 2008 - said Tibilov.- And since then we live in a free, independent recognized country."

Tibilov said that the people of South Ossetia must strive for unity.
"Only the unity of our people, only the cohesion and consolidation can be the basis of our development and strengthening of our country - added Tibilov.- These guys Nov. 23 led the whole nation to exploit, and apparently this example, since 1989 is a kind of guideline in our lives, a beacon in moving forward. "

The Head of State wished the people of South Ossetia prosperity and peaceful clear sky.
The participants laid flowers and wreaths at the memorial stone erected in memory of the feat of the Ossetian guys.

At the meeting also made speech representatives of the public and youth. It was performed patriotic poems and songs.

Председатель правительства Южной Осетии Доменти Кулумбегов посетил фермерские хозяйства в Цхинвальском районе Южной Осетии. В поездке его сопровождали заместитель главы района Валерий Бибилов, глава Сатикарской сельской администрации Николай Догузов.

In France completed the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe."
As reported to the news agency "Res" by the Chairman of the non-profit International Association «Renaissance Sandidzan» Radion Pukhaev, the activities in the framework of the program "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" were held at a very high level.
"This is our fifth year holding of the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe ", - said Pukhaev. - Within the framework of our program we hold round tables of scientific and creative intelligentsia of Ossetia and Europe, exhibitions, open-air workshops of our artists. "
Pukhaev has noted that the events took place in Belgium, France and Luxembourg.
"During the open-air in Montmedi the population had a chance to talk with the artists, to get acquainted with the culture and creativity of Ossetia - said Pukhaev. - We presented one of the paintings made by our artists in the open air to the leadership of the city."
Pukhaev has added that the purpose of the activities is to develop cultural and creative relationships with colleagues from other countries, to unify Ossetians in Europe, attracting them to closer participation in cultural life of Ossetia.

May 29 in the Republic of South Ossetia is celebrated the 23th anniversary of the Act of Independence of the Republic of South Ossetia.

Vadim Gabaraev, the first convocation deputy of the Parliament of South Ossetia:

Ossetians have always been independent genetically. When making their first steps, when started talking about independence, the people of South Ossetia took heart. Everyone was striving for freedom.
There were also people who did not want the proclamation of the independence, dissuaded us, saying that the Declaration of Independence of the Republic of South Ossetia was the first step to war. But the only will of the people was independence! People believed and knew it was the only way to freedom.
It is impossible to describe the joy that reigned on the Theater Square May 29, 1992, when we announced the adoption of the Act of Independence of South Ossetia.
It was a great joy for the entire nation. You should have seen the eyes of people, full of joy and steadfastness in their striving for freedom.
The road to freedom was long and difficult, but Ossetians are a great nation, and we have won independence.

Vadim Tskhovrebov, director of the South Ossetian enterprise of bakery products:

The Act of Independence of the Republic of South Ossetia is a historical document, justice, which sooner or later would have to prevail.
The adoption of the Act of Independence of South Ossetia will remain forever in the history of the Ossetian people.
We gained independence, though it was a long road to it. I remember well how we were struggling for independence. We must remember, first of all, those people, both the living and the dead, thanks to whom we won independence; we must honor and respect our independence.
In connection with the celebration of this wonderful day, I wish the people of South Ossetia peaceful sky, happiness, health and prosperity.

Amiran Diaconov, MP of South Ossetia:

The adoption of the Act of Independence of South Ossetia 29 May 1992 is the basic document - the foundation of the independence of our state.
I would like to congratulate the people of South Ossetia on this momentous day, in particular, the members of the first convocation, which laid the basis for the legal framework of our state, thanks to their efforts was adopted the Act of Independence of the Republic of South Ossetia. In this regard, I wish the current Parliament to follow the professionalism, tolerance and patriotism of those people, thanks to whom we are living in the independent state.

April 8-22 in Moscow was being held an exhibition of works by Ossetian artists "Arv-Art", "Reflection of Europe."
About the idea of organizing this exhibition, the works presented, as well as future plans told the organizer of the event, the head of the international non-profit association «Renaissance Sandidzan» Radion Pukhaev in an interview with news agency "Res"

- Tell us more about the Moscow exhibition of Ossetian artists, about the idea of its organization?
- April 8 in Moscow in the exhibition hall of the Union of Russian Artists was opened an exhibition of Ossetian artists "Arv-Art." Reflection of Europe." The exhibition was opened by the first secretary of the "Union of Russian Artists", People's Artist of Russia, a full member and a member of the Presidium of the Russian Academy of Arts, a laureate of the State Prize of Russia Nikolai Borovsky and Minister of Culture of South Ossetia Madina Ostaeva.
This exhibition is a kind of summing up of the five years of the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" All the artists participating for five years in the Days of Culture, have displayed their impressions of Europe. Some works were based on sketches made in the open air and master classes in European cities.
The exhibition was organized by our organization. The curator of the exhibition is a talented artist Vadim Pukhaev.
What about the idea of organizing this exhibition, I cannot remember it exactly. When we organize a great number of events, we have to consider a variety of options. When in Flanders I have seen Dutch windmills, narrow old streets and canals of Bruges and Ghent in the paintings of our artists, it was firmly decided that all these things should be seen here in Ossetia. And we started from Moscow. There we have received high appraisal and commendations from the leadership of the Union of Artists of Russia and the visitors.

- Whose paintings are presented at the exhibition and what are the subjects depicted?
- At the exhibition "Reflection of Europe" are presented the paintings by artists such as Shalva Bedoev, Magrez Kelekhsaev, Yuri Abisalov, Vadim Pukhaev, Laverty Kasoev, Oleg Basayev Akhsar Yesenov, Vadim Kajaev, Vladimir Aylarov, Robert Karkusov, Boris Gabaraev, Sophia Kodoeva and Akhsar Akhpolov. Some regular participants of our events in Europe could not take part due to technical reasons. Artists living in Europe were not able to deliver their work to Moscow.
Topics of the work were very diverse, ranging from landscapes and images of iconic places in Europe, to deeply philosophical research.

- How many exhibits were presented at the exhibition?

- It has been exhibited more than 80 paintings. I want to say that our artists continue to work to implement their ideas. Moreover, the "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" will start in May, five artists will take part in it for the first time, others who have previously participated in the events, expect new countries and cities. So the work will continue and the exhibition "Arv-Art ". Reflection of Europe" will be updated with new artists and new works.
I would like to thank for supporting our exhibition Minister of Culture of South Ossetia Madina Ostaeva, the Union of Artists of Russia and North Ossetia-Alania, curator Vadim Pukhaev, the staff of the Permanent Mission of North Ossetia-Alania under the President of the Russian Federation and the Embassy of South Ossetia in the Russian Federation, David Sanakoev and Sergey Takoev, who traditionally support our activities.

- What are your future plans?

- In early May in Ankara and Istanbul will be premiered Ossetian feature film "Mine," by well-known director Murat Dzhusoyty, will also be held a series of recitals with the authors and actors of the film.
May 16 in Brussels with the Roundtable of the creative intelligentsia of Ossetia and Europe with representatives of Ossetian Diaspora in European countries will begin the main event of the "Days of Ossetian culture", followed by the European premiere of the feature film by Murat Dzhusoyty "Mine", the opening of the exhibition by Ossetian artists "Arv-Art" and the reception in honor of starting the European events.
May 23 in France in Montmedi will open another exhibition within the framework of the "Arv-Art" and will begin its work the open air by the Ossetian and European artists. It is also scheduled the meeting of the artists with the leadership of the city.
May 25 in Luxembourg will open one more exhibition by Ossetian artist "Arv-Art" and will be premiered a documentary film by Vadim Tsalikov "Farewell, Aswan."
Participants of the European exhibitions will be the artists: Shalva Bedoev, Magrez Kelekhsaev, Lavrenty Kasoev, Victor Tsallagov Vadim Pukhaev, Vadim Kajaev, Akhsar Yesenov, Igor Toguzaev, Larisa Salbieva Vladimir Aylarov, Valery Atayev, Marat Kesaev, Alena Shapovalova, Boris Gabaraev, Akhsar Akhpolov.
In autumn is planned a series of events in Rome and Paris, maybe, also in Beijing.
The days of Ossetian culture in 2015 will be completed in Vladikavkaz in early December by opening the exhibition "Arv-Art. Reflection of Europe".

This year "The Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" will be held in five countries. The main purpose of this traditional event is to promote Ossetian culture in Europe and the networking of the Ossetian creative intelligentsia with the European colleagues.
The head of the International non-profit Association «Renaissance Sandidzan» Radion Pukhaev has given a detailed account of this event in an interview with news agency "Res"

In Tskhinval has opened a photo exhibition dedicated to the 150th anniversary of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The event was attended by the Parliament Speaker Anatoly Bibilov, heads of ministries and agencies, representatives of the public.

Today in the capital of South Ossetia has taken place a grand meeting dedicated to the sixth anniversary of Russia's recognition of South Ossetia. The event was attended by the leadership of the Republic, led by President Leonid Tibilov, visitors from Russia, Abkhazia, Kabardino-Balkaria and other republics.
The festivities were also attended by the first and second presidents of South Ossetia Ludwig Chibirov and Eduard Kokoity, as well as a delegation of "Gazprom".
Leonid Tibilov has congratulated the gathered and noted that, while recognizing the independence of South Ossetia; Moscow realized the full extent of responsibility.
"South Ossetia and Russia over the years tried to find a compromise solution in the framework of negotiations on the settlement of the Georgian-Ossetian conflict. Georgia, however, ignored not only our peace initiatives, but also international agreements on the settlement and the format of the peacekeeping operation in South Ossetia, focusing on military force. Unleashing the war, trampling international law, causing a humanitarian catastrophe, Georgia proved it the party that ignored the methods of diplomacy, compromise in resolving the perennial disputes, "- said Tibilov.
He has noted that time has shown the correctness of the choice of the Ossetian people and that Russia is a strategic partner of South Ossetia.
"Six years ago, Russia saved our nation from destruction and took responsibility for the fate of the Ossetian people," - stressed Tibilov.
International recognition has opened up new prospects for South Ossetia, made it possible to develop the spirit of enterprise and initiative. The main thing now is to ensure the stable development of the country, a decent standard of life for each of its residents.
At the meeting were also the leaders of delegations arrived in the Republic, read out congratulatory letter of the heads of states, also took place the award ceremony of employees of Gazprom Transgaz Stavropol on the occasion of the fifth anniversary of the launch of the gas pipeline "Dzuarikau-Tskhinval."

In Belgium, completed activities carried out in the framework of "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe." According to the program organizer, the head of the international non-profit association «Renaissance Sandidzan» Radion Pukhaev, "Days of Ossetian culture in Europe" started on May 16 in the Russian Centre of Science and Culture in Brussels, where at the round-table "Bridges of cooperation" gathered representatives of the creative intelligentsia from Ossetia and Europe.