Gonul Engin Yilmaz

"I have always felt privileged to live in Istanbul, a city that has hosted
many civilizations," notes the artist. "Istanbul is a remarkable blend of
Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman cultures. Ever since I was a young
child, I have tried to capture and immortalize the city's beauty on my
palette and canvas."Istanbul, who lives through four seasons, is attractive
in each one. I would not want to miss a minute of her transformations from
summer to fall and from winter to spring. When I watch these transitions, I
etch scenic details in my mind and transcribe them onto my canvas at first
chance.
"The Bosphorus lies between Asia and Europe like a blue bead necklace.
In springtime, the Judas trees sprawling across thecoastlines blossom in a
penetrating pink. The flowers stay in bloom for all but fifteen days. Catching
a glimpse of a short-lived fantasy as such and turning it into a painting that
will live for years to come gives me an immense sense of gratification.
"As a tour guide, I take many people across my city. I get so excited
about sharing Istanbul's natural beauties alongside its historical heritage.
The Golden Horn, Hagia Sophia, the Maidens Tower, the cobble-stoned
Istanbul streets with wooden houses, the glor...

Robert College ( ACG )
Technical University of Istanbul ( ITU)

1995 Umit Yasar Sanat Galerisi
2000 Umit Yasar Sanat Galerisi
2000 Bursa, Tayyare Kultur Merkezi
2003 Umit Yasar Sanat Galerisi
2006 Galata Rotary- Galata Art
2006 Ariyel Sanat Galerisi
2007 Galata Rotary- Galata Art
2009 Waldorf Astoria, New York
2009 Art Expo, New York