Artist Faig Ahmed will represent Azerbaijan at the 61st Venice Biennale in 2026 with a project exploring the intersections of mystical poetry and quantum physics. Located in the Campo de la Tana, the pavilion aims to create a contemplative space where technology and ancient oral traditions facilitate a personal dialogue for the viewer. Ahmed’s presentation responds to the Biennale’s overarching theme, 'In Minor Keys,' by focusing on subtle, often overlooked phenomena.
This interview highlights the enduring relevance of national pavilions as platforms for global dialogue amidst rising international tensions. By blending Azerbaijan’s rich heritage of poetic speech with scientific inquiry, Ahmed asserts that art serves as a universal biological language capable of personal transformation. The project underscores a shift toward multidisciplinary collaboration, involving physicists and medical professionals to expand the boundaries of contemporary textile and installation art.