Kamilya Kazakbayeva

Kamilya is a Liverpool-based oil painter whose work explores the relationship between memory, place, and emotion. Inspired by the landscapes and coastlines she has experienced, she creates atmospheric paintings that capture not only the appearance of a location but also the feeling of being there. Through layered textures, expressive brushwork, and the subtle interplay of light and colour, her paintings evoke moments of stillness, reflection, and connection with nature.

Alongside her landscapes, Kamilya has a passion for surrealism, creating portraits that blend realism with dreamlike symbolism. These works explore themes of identity, emotion, and imagination, inviting viewers to look beyond the visible and discover deeper narratives within each composition.

Working primarily in oils, Kamilya embraces the medium's richness and versatility, building depth through texture and luminous layers of colour. Whether painting tranquil coastlines, intimate portraits, or surreal visions, her work is guided by a desire to create art that resonates emotionally and encourages quiet contemplation.

Kamilya also welcomes commissioned work, collaborating closely with clients to create original paintings that celebrate meaningful people, places, a...

University of Cumbria - BA(Hons) Fine Art

Kazakh National Academy of Arts - Easel Painting

2026 Dot Art Gallery, Liverpool
Exhibited as part of the Bread and Roses exhibition, showcased from May through August 2026.

2026 Liverpool Art Fair, Liver Buidling
A selection of five paintings was exhibited at the Liverpool Liver Building from June through July.

2021 Art and Craft Fair, University of Cumbria
Recognised with a Highly Commended award in the Paintings category.

2020 Eden Arts
Selected artwork featured in the Young Cumbria Artist of the Year online gallery.

2019 The Pharmacy, Carlisle
A curated selection of artworks were displayed as part of Nick of Time at The Pharmacy venue.

2019 Average Art
Publication in Average Art magazine November edition.

2017 Art Samgau
Awarded First Place in the Still Life category at a UNESCO-associated international competition among 25 countries.

2017 D. Malik Art School
Diploma for the original artwork awarded by D. Malik Art School.