Ruslan Rustamov

Ruslan Rustamov (b. 1987) is a contemporary Azerbaijani artist whose practice is rooted in painting and visual storytelling. His work explores the relationship between people, nature, everyday life, memory, and the cultural environment in which we live.
Born and working in Azerbaijan, Rustamov draws inspiration from the landscapes, traditions, people, and atmosphere of his homeland. His paintings often combine realistic observation with an expressive approach to color, light, and composition. Rather than simply documenting a subject, he aims to capture its mood, character, and emotional atmosphere.

2003 - Art College, Azerbaijan
Art Studies
2017 - Azerbaijan State Academy of Fine Arts, Baku,Azerbaijan
bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts
2008-2018 - Art İnstructor
Taught drawing and painting through art courses, working with students at different levels and helping them develop their artistic skills and visual understanding.

2026 — 5th International Güzelyurt Art Meeting, Güzelyurt, Northern Cyprus — Participating Artist, representing Azerbaijan

2025 — Second Life, Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum, Baku, Azerbaijan — Group Exhibition

2025 — Hungary through the Eyes of Azerbaijani Artists, Ambassadors Cultural Club, Baku, Azerbaijan — Group Exhibition

2024 — Under the Open Sky, Arts Council Azerbaijan Art Residence, Mardakan, Azerbaijan — Participating Artist

2024 — Climate Change, Fabrika Gallery, Baku, Azerbaijan — Participating Artist, FantazEU 2024 Cultural Heritage Festival