A roundtable titled "Philosophy of Art and Artistic Image: The Scientific Heritage of Bolat Baizhigitov" was held at Abai University to mark the 70th anniversary of the birth of the prominent art historian, Doctor of Philosophical Sciences, and Professor Bolat Kesikaliuly Baizhigitov. The primary objective of the event was to promote the scientist's scientific and pedagogical heritage, study his contributions to the development of national art history and artistic education, and discuss the relevance of his scientific ideas in contemporary research.

The insightful gathering was attended by faculty members, art historians, scholars from the country's leading higher education institutions, and pupils of Bolat Baizhigitov. The roundtable commenced with a moment of tribute to the memory of Professor Bolat Baizhigitov. During the meeting, attendees comprehensively discussed the scientist’s research endeavors, his concepts regarding the philosophy of art, his works on national artistic culture, and the significance of his teaching career.

Kabyl Khalykov, Vice-Rector of the Kazakh National Academy of Arts named after T. Zhurgenov, delivered a speech titled "A Man from the World of Beauty... Memories of My Teacher Bolat Aga," highlighting the mentor’s human qualities and scientific-pedagogical persona. Professor Tokkozha Mukazhanuly shared his memories under the theme "The Last Dream, an Eternal Image." Professor Sara Kyrykbayeva from the Kazakh National Women's Teacher Training University focused on the scientist's scientific and pedagogical heritage in art history and artistic education, while Professor Kaldygul Orazkulova discussed the significance of Baizhigitov's ideas in modern art history. Professor Daurenbek Kusainov, Doctor of Philosophical Sciences at Abai University, presented a report titled "The Scholar Who Introduced Kazakh Art and Science to the World," and Professor Erbolat Kisimisov from Al-Farabi Kazakh National University spoke on the concept of artistic space in the scholar's philosophical works. Professors Sholpan Akbayeva and Zhanerke Shaigozova from the Department of Art Education at Abai University examined Bolat Baizhigitov's contributions to the art education system and the importance of his scientific works in shaping the direction of ethno-art history in Kazakhstan.

During the discussion session, participants focused on systematizing the scientist's scientific heritage, incorporating his works into educational programs, and actively promoting them among young researchers. Additionally, proposals were made to publish a compilation of reports and memoirs, organize scientific seminars for students and young scholars, and update the bibliographic list of the professor's scientific publications.

At the conclusion of the roundtable, participants emphasized the importance of Bolat Baizhigitov's scientific ideas and pedagogical example for future generations of researchers. It was noted that preserving, studying, and transmitting the scholar's rich scientific and pedagogical heritage to future generations is one of the key directions in strengthening the university's academic traditions.

It is worth noting that this meaningful gathering held at Abai University not only honored the memory of the outstanding scholar, but also paved the way for a fresh perspective on his scientific legacy within contemporary art history and artistic education.

Media Center of "Abai University"