Setrag Balian
Born and raised in Jerusalem, Setrag Balian now divides his time between Jerusalem and Yerevan. Having studied in Jerusalem, France, Spain and Armenia, he speaks six languages and works with his family’s studio, Armenian Ceramics of Jerusalem, which has preserved the Kütahya ceramic tradition in Jerusalem since 1919. The studio is now establishing its new home in Ashtarak.
In 2020, Balian covered the elections in Artsakh and volunteered with the Artsakh Tourism Committee in Shushi. During the 44-day war, he also served with Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In addition to his work with the family studio, he works as an interpreter and guide.
See Setrag Balian
DIASPORA LAB
November 22, 6 p.m.