Ceylan Pinar Genç

In my art, I often find inspiration in literary works, films, events, scents, or memories. Creating an energy and atmosphere that captivates the viewer is very important to me. I use colours to best convey this atmosphere, and colour is an indispensable element for me.

By using geometric, architectural, and mystical forms, I reflect the shapes that have been the cornerstone of art since ancient civilizations in my works. I believe that mathematics, especially geometry, is an essential part of life and an indispensable element in all forms of art, including painting. I think mathematics has a very important place in the universe we live in.

In my art, I aim to combine the traces of the past with modern aesthetics, taking the viewer on a mystical and enchanting journey. The emotion and feeling of the painting are paramount to me, and therefore, I strive to create a strong impact on the viewer through the use of colour and shapes.

Graduated from the Painting Department of Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in 1992. Completed a Master's Degree in Painting from the same university in 1995. Received Proficiency in Art in Painting from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University in 2007. Studied Engraving and Lithography during her studies. Prior to her art education, she studied Mathematical Engineering at Istanbul Technical University for 2.5 years.

2023: "com-position: space-no-space VOL II" exhibition, Müze Gazhane

2022: 16th Istanbul Biennial parallel event "Composition: spaceonspace" exhibition, ITU Taskisla

2020: Solo Exhibition, Istanbul Aydın University

2019: 16th Istanbul Biennial parallel event "meta-morphosis 'Transformation of Emptia'" exhibition, ITU Taskisla

2017: 15th Istanbul Biennial "Neighbor" event "Taşı-n-ma" exhibition, ITU Taskisla

2017: "OPUS CHOROMA" Exhibition, SUMMART, Istanbul

2015: "City/Stone" Exhibition, Chamber of Architects Exhibition Hall, Istanbul

2014: 30th Anniversary Exhibition, ITU Taskisla

2012: "World Art Day Exhibition", UNESCO AIAP Turkey - UPSD, Istanbul

2012: March 8 International Women's Day Exhibition, Naval Museum, Istanbul

2011: Istanbul Contemporary Artists' Exhibition - From Yesterday to Today, Contemporary Istanbul

2011: 30th Anniversary Exhibition, Akbank Art, Istanbul

2007: Antalya City Museum Project, "Hopes and Fears for the Future of Antalya" Exhibition, Antalya City Museum Open Exhibition Area

2004: UPSD Members Exhibition for the Benefit of TEMA Foundation, AKM, Istanbul

2003: "Works on Paper" Drawing Exhibition, UPSD Exhibition Hall, Istanbul

1998: Solo Exhibition, Ercüment Kalmık Foundation Museum, Istan...