Dilara Ajun

Born and raised in Istanbul, I have called Dubai my home for the past 12 years. This journey between two vibrant cultures has deeply influenced my artistic perspective, which is rooted in a lifelong fascination with nature's elegant forms. I draw immense inspiration from the fundamental elements of the desert landscape that surround me the mesmerizing movement of water and the serene, shifting shapes of sand dunes.

My work embraces a simple, abstract aesthetic, where intricate details are distilled into powerful, evocative forms. It is a convergence of my architectural background and my personal artistic exploration. While I am a formally trained, award-winning architect from Istanbul Technical University, I am also self-taught in my current style. This blend of disciplines allows me to approach art with both a structured eye for design and a freedom of expression.

I choose to work with acrylic on stainless steel because I am drawn to the material's durability and permanence. The polished, reflective surface of the steel provides a unique and elevated foundation for my cold color palette. This pairing creates a powerful contrast between the fluid, organic shapes I paint and the strong, industrial canvas they exist on. The result ...

Istanbul Technical University