In the face of historical tragedy, our creative community has stepped up to make a difference. Artbox Alumni have harnessed their artistic talents to support families forcibly displaced from Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh). From art exhibitions to music anthems, these initiatives showcase how art can serve as a force for change and compassion.

Let's delve into the inspiring stories behind these charitable endeavors.

Karine Dulyan's Art Exhibition

Karine Dulyan’s solo exhibition at A1 Art Space

From October 7 to 15, a Yerevan-based visual artist Karine Dulyan leveraged her talent in creating evocative cityscapes and abstract art to aid the displaced families from Artsakh. She organized a solo exhibition at A1 Art Space and raised over 1 million AMD to support Artsakh people through the Transparent Armenia Charity Foundation (TACF). 

“Everyone has their unique way of helping; mine is through painting,” said the artist.

Have a look at some of the artworks displayed at the auction in this Instagram Post.

Tonelab’s Concert Series

Charity concert series at Tonelab Studio  | Sound director Ivan Lubianyi at Rozen Tal x Tsayg concert 21.10.23 (photo credit: Narek Aleksanyan)

On October 7, Tonelab, an independent music studio, launched a series of charity concerts featuring various artists. With each concert, Tonelab partnered up with an artist to raise funds for a specific displaced family from Artsakh. 

So far the team has successfully raised around 3 million AMD for 8 families from Artsakh in collaboration with TmbaTa, FairWind, Katil, Lav Eli, Rozen Tal, Tsayg,  Degh, Mad Nation, Zrangi, and Hogh Arthun (Hogh and Arthur Aleq). 

Check out their Instagram Highlights for full stories of the families and more. 

Sonya Avagyan's Artsakhtsi Lily Chains

“Artsakhtsi Lily” chains from Sonya Avagyan’s The Witches of the Highlands collection

To support the displaced families from Artsakh, jewelry designer Sonya Avagyan donated the proceeds of her “Artsakhtsi Lily” chains from the Artsakh-inspired The Witches of the Highlands jewelry collection. As a result, she raised $2,000 providing bedding for 58 people and a 1-week shelter for 3 families. With the fundraiser, she was also able to acquire clothes and medication for forcibly displaced persons from Artsakh.

Explore Sonya’s Artsakh-inspired collection and her other works on the official website of her brand. 

Lyoka's Patriotic Rap and Podcast

An image of Valeri Ghazaryan,  a rapper from Artsakh with an iron leg and heart

In 2023, following the Artsakh blockade, a rapper from Artsakh Valeri Ghazaryan, known by his stage name Lyoka, launched “Iravichak” («Իրավիճակ»), a podcast that sheds light on the challenges faced by Artsakh people and how they can receive support from charity, legal, medical, and other organizations.

Valeri Ghazaryan witnessed three wars. His family faced massacres and displacement in the 90s, a second displacement in 2020, and a third one in 2023. 

You can listen to the first five episodes of the podcast on Lyoka’s YouTube Channel.