Q&A with

Nazy Nazhand

Art, Reality, Belonging

Musings from the ‘74 Community

NAZY NAZHAND

Art advisor, consultant, and writer Nazy Nazhand brings a cross-disciplinary approach to contemporary culture, creating collaborations that question systems, provoke dialogue, and reflect the urgencies of our time. She works with artists and institutions to create projects that bring together art, fashion, film, and social impact—often pushing creative boundaries and starting new conversations.

What are you working on recently?
I’m the new Arts & Culture Director of Istanbul74 and IST.FESTIVAL

A quote you live by?
“Ever tried. Ever failed. No matter. Try again. Fail again. Fail better.” ~ Samuel Beckett

A space you return to time after time?
My home in East Village.

What defines your reality?
My daily life which has been created solely based on my own vision and perseverance

An illusion you’d like shattered?
The idea that we must continue to feed the Military Industrial Complex

Where is it that you most feel like you belong?
New York City

What holds the most power to alter your perceptions?
Great writing

The relationship of art with reality, for you?
Great art has the ability to speak truth to power

Istanbul in three words?
Magic. Chaos. History.

What’s the real deal?
The ocean

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