Original artwork description:

We observe that art builds a bridge between the past and the present, reviving memories, emotions, and the texture of history on the canvas. The materials used by the artist in their works carry traces of deep personal and collective memory, beyond being mere visual objects. These works transform into artistic expressions that reach beyond time, where the past and the present intertwine. By using these materials, the artist gives them new life and meaning, saving them from the brink of oblivion and reshaping them with the transformative power of art.

The artist's inclusion of lace from their mother-in-law's trousseau in their work shows that this material not only holds aesthetic value but also bears family history and personal memories. Lace, as a reflection of craftsmanship and the spirit of the times, tells a new story on the artist's canvas. The dialogue between brushstrokes and the texture of the lace offers the viewer both a visual and emotional experience.

While exploring the relationship between historical processes and personal memories, the artist's works also shed light on our cultural and social history. The lack of figurative and spatial works produced during the Ottoman period due to painting prohibitions is compensated for by the presence of the female figure in art with the Republic. The artist visualizes this historical transformation by centering the female figure in their works and enriching it with materials from the past.

In this context, the artist's works not only offer us aesthetic pleasure but also take us on a historical and cultural journey. Each layer, each touch, and each color intertwines the stories, memories, and emotions of the past and present. The artist's canvas transforms into a narrative that transcends time, inviting the viewer to feel the transformative and healing power of art.

Materials used:

oil

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