Esra Kizir Gokcen

My art is an expression of my interest in self-inquiry and nature. I have striven over the decades to synthesise a variety of techniques that have fascinated me. This joyful fusion of complimentary elements helps me mirror the diversity I carry from my cultural background. There is a controlled randomness in water-based media, the spontaneity of which directly aligns with my observation of life’s fluidity.

The importance of detail can be observed among the multiple layers in my artwork. I have found that my print making discipline has had a lasting effect on my appreciation of detail.
Nature and all its elements including microscopic beings as well as the infinite cycles of our universe, play equally essential parts in my art. I prefer abstract expression focusing on the feeling of a particular moment through symbols and almost-descriptive shapes.
Whilst not allying my style with any specific art movement, I do strive to create a harmonious new order from loose, playful spontaneity. I invite my viewers to look closer and enjoy the emerging delicate detail.

Driven by her passion for creative exchange and collaboration within the UK’s diverse art community, Esra is a prospective MA student at the RCA for the 2026-27 cohort.

Graduated from Marmara University Fine Arts Faculty Istanbul 1993.
Pedagogical Information 2000-2001 Marmara University Atatürk Education Faculty, Istanbul.

Solo Exhibitions
2025 "Sail To Hope" 54 The Gallery Mayfair, London
2021 “Art From Within” Charing Cross Library, Westminster, London

2015 "Metamorph-trick" State Fine Arts Gallery, Ayaz Museum, Ankara, Turkey

2014 “Metamorph-trick” Arps&Co Art Gallery, Amsterdam, Netherlands

2011 “Bubbles”, Utopia Platform Art Gallery, İstanbul, Turkey

2007 “Floral Fairytales” Ürün Art Gallery, İstanbul, Turkey

2004 “Petit Bonhommies” Beykoz Service Center, İstanbul, Turkey