OCA PEOPLE: LIDIA BELOZEROVA

OCA Magazine: Tell us, please, about yourself and your creative activity / work.
Lidia Belozerova: Meet Lidia Belozerova, the newest Guardian of the Eurasian Creative Guild based in London! I am a captivating blend of talents and passions. I am not only a teacher and psychologist but also a skilled musician, writer, and photographer. My love for travel and dream of circumnavigating the globe ignite a sense of adventure and curiosity in everything I do.
One of my accomplishments is founding and successfully running the Idyllwild Montessori School, where I implement the innovative Montessori method. In addition to my academic pursuits, I am an accomplished violinist and pianist, sharing my musical expertise with both children and adults.
My talent for capturing joyful moments through professional photography beautifully complements my extensive skill set. I have earned degrees from RCA and NYU and am currently pursuing further education at St. Petersburg State University under the guidance of T.V. Chernigovskaya. Additionally, I am honing my creative writing skills at GetPublished, a renowned school for aspiring writers.
My arrival as a Guardian promises to bring a wealth of diverse experiences and expertise to the guild. My enthusiasm for creativity and learning is sure to inspire those around me.

OCA: How did you choose your path and who is your role model in the creative space or life?
LB: From the age of four, my father, a musician, introduced me to the Tchaikovsky Music School, where I began learning to play the violin and piano. Music has been a constant companion throughout my life. I’ve had the privilege of performing with symphony orchestras in Moscow, New York, and Los Angeles. I also returned to the same music school where I studied, working as a music teacher. Now, I run my own private school — Idyllwild Montessori School — where I teach children to play the piano and violin.

OCA: What is your main achievement in 2023-2024?
LB: My main achievements in 2023-2024 include the release of my three fairy tales in the book Fireflies on Ridero. I also earned my third diploma in psychology and became the Guardian of the Eurasian Creative Guild (London). Additionally, I supported my sons’ participation in the ‘Cinema Future’ and ‘Burabay Short Film Festival,’ where my youngest son won first place for his short film The Phantom of the Queen Mary.

OCA: What is the main feature that makes you and your art/work unique?
LB: I am an experienced teacher, psychologist, and musician, working with children with special needs, helping them integrate into mainstream education. I am also working on completing my book, Who Am I? Or Through the Looking Glass of Autism, drawing from my personal journey raising a child on the spectrum.

OCA: Tell us, please, about the events or projects of the Eurasian Creative Guild (London) and projects that you have already taken part in and how does ECG influence your creativity and success in your work?
LB: I am an active member and Guardian of the Eurasian Creative Guild (London), helping authors participate in the Open Eurasia Festivals, where one of the writers I previously supported won first place. As mentioned earlier, I also assisted my sons in entering short film festivals, where they achieved notable successes. I frequently host webinars to promote ECG (London), along with showcasing the work of my friends — writers, artists, and filmmakers. Additionally, I contributed an article to WAW magazine and plan to continue developing projects for children.

OCA: What is your motivation and the main aim of your creativity?
LB: It is my passion to share my knowledge, heart, and creativity with others, because the arts and creativity make life brighter, helping us grow and develop. My personal goal is to write as much as possible. I have a journal filled with a collection of articles, ideas, and titles just waiting to become books. Isn’t that a great motivation to embrace life with enthusiasm?
OCA: What would you wish for the members of the Guild and other creative people, just starting their career?
LB: My wish for the new ECG members and all creative individuals is to continue expressing themselves without doubt or hesitation. Your life is unique! No one else has the same experiences as you do. You have so much to say — JUST SAY IT through any art medium. CREATE and UNITE!