Aisulu Almasbay

Aisulu Almasbay (also known as Aisulu Almasbayeva) is a prominent Kazakh contemporary visual artist, painter, graphic designer, and children’s book author. She is widely recognized for her unique artistic voice, which seamlessly blends traditional Kazakh heritage, ethnic motifs, and Turkic mythology with modern digital and visual illustration.

Major Project Highlights

• World Nomad Games Mascot Creator: Aisulu is the official artist and designer behind the official mascots (tumar) for the 5th World Nomad Games, which took place in Kazakhstan in 2024.
• Children’s Literature & “Wonders of the Steppe”: As an author and illustrator, she creates captivating stories for children. A notable work is “The Wind-Swayed Melody” (Жел тербеген әуен), the first book in her Wonders of the Steppe (Дала ғажайыптары) series. The story introduces young readers to Korkyt Ata, a legendary epic figure shared across Turkic cultures. This book achieved international acclaim and represented contemporary Kazakh literature at the Guangzhou Book Fair in China.
• Legends of Kazakh Kuys: She co-authored and illustrated the acclaimed comic book «Қазақ халқының күй-аңыздары» (Legends of Kazakh Kuys), which earned 3rd place in a national book competition.

Creative & Entrepreneurial Brands

• Aisulu Tengri: Under the handle @aisulu.tengri, she operates her personal art brand and merchandise store. This line showcases her physical paintings, home decor, and artifacts heavily inspired by Tengrism and nomad culture.
• Global Exhibition Presence: She frequently represents Kazakhstan’s modern art and publishing sector at elite global industry events, including the prestigious Bologna Children’s Book Fair in Italy.