01 · Competitions
Born Nomad Power Awards
The national Born Nomad Power Awards contest revives and popularises Kazakh heritage and inspires modern interpretations of the traditional crafts and folk art of Kazakhstan.
Six nominations
The contest gives folk artists, artisans and people from the creative industries a chance to make themselves known, develop the commercial potential of their ideas, promote their products in Kazakhstani and export markets, and receive advice from the jury — experts and insiders of crafts, design, fashion and other creative industries.
Tradition
Works inspired by the history, heritage and traditional techniques of the peoples of Kazakhstan.
Innovation
Folk applied art in a modern, innovative interpretation.
Woman Artisan
The mastery and entrepreneurial talent of women artisans and artists.
Young Talent
The mastery and entrepreneurial talent of young artisans.
Crafts in 3D
Virtual digital craft objects made in any 3D design software.
Creative Collaboration
Craft-inspired ideas in fashion, architecture, design, music, film and other arts.
How to take part
- 01
Choose a nomination
Read about the six nominations and the contest rules.
- 02
Prepare your works
Take good photographs of your pieces and briefly tell their story.
- 03
Submit the application
Send the online form before applications close.
- 04
Jury evaluation
An independent jury selects winners and runners-up in each nomination.
Applications
Season 2027 · Applications open [DATE]
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Jury
In 2021 the works were judged by 16 independent international and Kazakhstani experts.