Lisbon Doors Painting

I was born in Istanbul in 1990 and graduated from Beykent University’s Architecture Department in 2013. The disciplined and aesthetic nature of architecture deepened my interest in and passion for art. Over the years, I have worked in various sectors, experiencing the different colors and textures of life. However, the love for art and geometry that blossomed within me since childhood always called me to follow my own path. In 2021, I embarked on a new journey into the depths of art by taking a course on Islamic geometric patterns from Serap Ekizler Sönmez. Learning about the rich geometric patterns of Islamic art broadened my artistic vision. In 2022, I reached a significant turning point in my artistic journey through painting lessons with artist Cemal Toy. The training I received from Cemal Toy strengthened my commitment to the art of painting and allowed me to explore various painting techniques. Each technique enabled me to diversify my artistic skills. By grasping the rhythm between colors and lines, I developed my ability to express myself in my works. I focused on architectural structures, ancient cities, monumental gates, and door forms, reflecting these forms onto abstract backgrounds in my works. My commitment to art culminated in a tangible achievement when I participated in the “New Dynamism” exhibition in February 2023 with my piece titled “Gate of Heaven.” In the same month, following the earthquake that occurred, I participated in exhibitions organized to help earthquake victims, and through these projects, I once again experienced the healing power of art. I participated in a series of exhibitions both domestically and internationally. I joined group exhibitions under the name “Art Together” in various countries, including the United States, Kuwait, Milan, Bangladesh, and Malaysia, coming together through the universal language of art. My artistic journey is a discovery that embraces humanity and universal values on both individual and collective levels. Every brushstroke, every pattern, is a reflection of my deep commitment to art. With this manifesto, I continue to share the power and magic of art, to inspire more people, and to invite them into the world of art.