"...the lines, and especially the priceless heritage of our ancestors... with these facts, he created his art—entirely national."

 Within the framework of the program dedicated to "Masters of Pen and Brush: Avetik Isahakyan 150 and Martiros Saryan 145," a seminar titled "The Colors of Armenia and the South, and the Priceless Heritage of Our Ancestors" dedicated to the 145th anniversary of the great painter Martiros Saryan was held at the Gyumri Branch of the State Academy of Fine Arts of Armenia. During the event, students from the decorative-applied arts club of the "Entanik" Youth Creative Center first toured the academy's educational environment and viewed the creative works of the university students. The seminar was then led by the institution's art historian, Sahkanush Stepanyan, who presented the unique features of Martiros Saryan's art, as well as the reflection of Armenia's color richness and Eastern cultural influences in his creations. The students listened to the art historian with great interest, highlighting in their impressions the magical power of Saryan's colors and the unmatched beauty of native landscapes. The meeting not only deepened their knowledge of the great master's art, but also inspired them to use colors more boldly in their own works, try new expressive solutions, and delve deeper into Armenian cultural heritage. The seminar became an important experience that strengthened the students' connection between national art traditions and modern creative pursuits. The program is ongoing...