At our 516th Art Meeting, we visit the studio of sculptor Eda Taşlı.

Born in Istanbul in 1978, Eda Taşlı graduated from the Kündekari Wood Art Workshop at Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University. Choosing wood as a communication medium in her sculptural practice, the artist presents the viewer with a theatrical universe through her sculptures starring fairytale-like characters. While each character carries a different story, they all exist within the same universe, just like the world we live in.

The theme of "quest" is prominent in the artist's work. Her characters are figures who pursue unattainable ideals within us and who, in this pursuit, become the very journey itself. These four-fingered, naive yet bewildered figures represent unreality and an inner world filled with hope. No matter how strange they may appear, they never lose hope.

Eda Taşlı's work began with significant achievements such as the MSGSÜ TÜYAP Sculpture Exhibition (2007), the "İpek Ahmet Merey" Art Award (2008), and first place in the Leonardini Wooden Toy Competition (2008). In 2016, she held her first solo exhibition, "Shall We Go?", and in 2020, she attracted attention with her "Wooden Pilot Sculpture" project, which was included in the Istanbul Airport Collection.

In 2023, her works were exhibited in the "Eighth Color: Woman and Trace" exhibition at the Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM), and also at the NordArt International Fair in Germany as part of the 2023 Turkey: Focus Country program. That same year, she also attracted international attention with her "İsyankar/Rebel Series" collection.

The artist continues to produce in her studio in Kadıköy, Istanbul, and participates in numerous international fairs, including Aqua Art Miami, Art Basel, and Contemporary Istanbul.

*Our art meetings are free for our members, 500 TL for guests, and 250 TL for children under 12. We kindly ask that your guests deposit a donation into our association account before the trip.

Tuesday, July 22

12:00-13:00

Address: Ali Ferruh Sokak 15/A Hasanpaşa/Kadıköy

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We are visiting artist Mustafa Duymaz at our 514th Art Meeting.

Born in Van in 1972, Mustafa Duymaz graduated from Gazi University Fine Arts Education Painting Department in 1999 and completed his postgraduate education at the Faculty of Fine Arts of the same university. Drawing attention with his productions in different disciplines with his critical (sociology, psychology, cultural, socioeconomic, ecological) approach he developed on constructions and structures based on the transformation of cities, the artist mainly uses concrete gray and artificial bright colors of construction machines in his paintings. With this unique language, he presents a strong and impressive visual narrative about today's urban life.

Duymaz, who is actively involved in the art scene, is one of the founders of Yaygara Contemporary Art Initiative. He received awards from the Gazi University Painting Competition in 1999, the Nuri İyem Painting Competition in 2008, and the 33rd DYO Painting Competition in 2009; In 2017, he was selected as the “Artist of the Year Worth Praising” by the Art Institution.

The artist, who participated in mixed events abroad in France, Germany and Moldova, “Mythologies” held as part of the 3rd Mardin Biennial in 2015, and “Healing” at the Commagene Biennial in 2024, also stands out with his many mixed and solo exhibitions.

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Tuesday, July 8

12:00-13:00

Address: Göztepe Mahallesi Ömerpaşa Sokak No: 63/3 Kadıköy

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In our 513th Art Meeting, we visit the studio of artist Erkut Terliksiz.

Erkut Terliksiz was born in Adana in 1978. He completed his undergraduate education at the Department of Graphic Design at Mimar Sinan University, Faculty of Fine Arts. After completing his education, Terliksiz continued his life and artistic production in Istanbul and has participated in mixed exhibitions in many countries, especially Australia, England, Spain and Germany. The artist's works have also been featured in international publications such as Juxtapoz, Pictoplasma Berlin, Fresh / 3 and Atlas of Illustration.

Terliksiz, who says, "The first rule of painting is that there are no rules," works by following the traces of momentary emotional states rather than following a planned path in his productions. Intense emotions such as excitement, fear, love and anxiety are universally reflected in his figurative and energetic painting language. In his works, where colors and rhythm are prominent, figures resembling cartoon characters create a three-dimensional effect and contain hidden stories that arouse curiosity in the viewer. Terliksiz’s paintings, while also saluting Japanese anime culture with their references, simultaneously carry an emotionality that appeals to a wide audience.

Terliksiz, who has opened many solo exhibitions throughout his career, has exhibited his works at important international art fairs such as Art Fair Cologne in Germany, CIGE Beijing in China, St-art Strasbourg in France, Vienna Art Fair in Austria, Scope Basel in Switzerland and Art Dubai in the UAE. He has also participated in group exhibitions organized in contemporary art galleries such as Saatchi Gallery and Jealous Gallery in London, Galerie Wolfsen in Denmark, Rademakers Gallery in Amsterdam and Galerie C.O.A in Montreal.

*Our art meetings are free for our members, 500 TL for guests and 250 TL for children under the age of 12. We kindly ask that your guests deposit a donation into our association account before the trip.

Tuesday, July 1

12:00-13:00

Address: Çengelköy Güzeltepe Neighborhood Beyaz Köşk Street 22/3 Üsküdar

In our 512th Art Meeting, we visit the studio of artist Serkan Aka.

Born in Isparta in 1982 and living in Istanbul, artist A. Serkan Aka's productions range between disciplines such as sculpture, sound-music, installation and performance. While his practice is shaped around lightness, attention and simple relationships regarding the everyday, sound is both a guide and a fundamental output in these productions.

Aka, who studied Industrial Engineering at Boğaziçi University, has focused on sound experiences in recent years after producing in different fields such as illustration, sculpture, interior and lighting design. The performances he has given with Tophane Noise Band, the sound parks he has established in different cities with the Buluntu Sesler team and his participation on stage with the instruments he designed in the theater play called Geç Gün reveal the multifaceted relationship the artist has established with sound.

The artist held his first solo exhibition Havada in Schneidertempel in 2024. In the same year, he took part in the Polyphonic Garden (curator: Eda Yiğit) exhibition held at Tokatlıyan Han. In February 2025, he participated in the guest artist program of Moussem Nomadic Arts Center in Brussels and opened his solo exhibition titled Somewhere Around Here curated by Amira Arzık. His solo exhibition titled Aslı Şimdi, which includes his recent works, is currently ongoing at Kıraathane İstanbul Edebiyat Evi.

In this meeting, we visit A. Serkan Aka’s studio to witness his multidisciplinary production process more closely and to come together with the artist in the creative field where sound and material come together.

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Tuesday, June 24

12:00-13:00

Address: Çukurcuma Caddesi No:6/4-A, Beyoğlu

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In our 511th Art Meeting, we visit artist Burhan Uygur’s exhibition at Casa Botter.

Born in 1940 in the Tirebolu district of Giresun, Burhan Uygur completed his secondary education in Trabzon and began his art education at the State Academy of Fine Arts in 1961. The artist, who first worked in the Nurullah Berk and then Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu studios, opened his first solo exhibition at the Beyoğlu Art Gallery in 1968. He graduated from the academy a year later. The same year, Uygur, who worked with Corneille at the Salzburg Summer Academy with an Austrian Government scholarship, was chosen as the “Young Painter of the Year” by the Contemporary Painters Association.

He won the Sedat Simavi Visual Arts Award in 1978 and the Second Prize of the Asia-Europe Biennial in 1982. The artist, who opened nearly twenty solo exhibitions in the country, also exhibited his works in the Netherlands and Germany. He attracted attention with his exhibitions titled “Empty Dreams Built on Nothingness” opened at Taksim Gallery in 1972 and “What Use Are Days for?” at Ankara State Gallery in 1974.

Burhan Uygur painted ordinary objects and daily life in a figurative language, blending them with notes from his inner world. By bringing together different techniques and materials in his works, he established a subtle, poetic connection between life and art. For him, poetry was not only something to be read, but also something to be felt, lived and integrated with painting.

The works of the artist, who passed away in 1992, continue to meet the audience with a fresh feeling.

The Solo Botter: Burhan Uygur exhibition curated by Levent Çalıkoğlu at Casa Botter focuses on the artist’s inner world, thematic depth and visual poetry. The exhibition is not only a retrospective, but also offers a powerful experience that traces the connection Uygur established with life.

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Tuesday, June 17

12:00-13:00

Address: Şahkulu, İstiklal Caddesi No:235, Beyoğlu

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We are visiting the studio of artist Ayfer Tutkan in our 510th Art Meeting.

Born in Karaman in 1979, the artist graduated from the Department of Painting and Crafts Education of Marmara University Atatürk Faculty of Education in 2003 from the studio of Prof. Tülin Onat. She completed the Işık University Art Theory and Criticism MA Program in 2018. Tutkan, who also worked with Prof. Halil Akdeniz and Prof. Meriç Hızal during her education, has been participating in many local and international exhibitions for many years; and continues her production in the field of original prints and ex-libris.

The artist re-embodies all kinds of textures of history and cultures; the names and events in every story that contains a noble enthusiasm, from beliefs to mythology, from legends to art, with the endless possibilities of fabric and cloth. In these bodies, surprising discoveries of feelings towards the reality of human existence are experienced. As a tool for recreating every story and tracing the traces of embodied cultures, the cloth and fabric bravely carry it to the present day with a different spirit, in a simplicity plane independent of light, color, texture and spaces, and make it visible in its place.

Recently, she took part in the exhibitions Doğanın Resim (The Picture of Nature) held at Akbank Sanat and Dünyanın Ağırlığı (The Weight of the World) held at Sabancı University Kasa Gallery. In 2024, she presented her works in the exhibitions Kendi Tüketen Tür (The Self-Consuming Type) and Flesh and Stone. Among her exhibitions abroad, there are events organized in different countries such as Egypt and Bulgaria within the scope of the International Art Festival.

Ayfer Tutkan, who is also a member of the Board of Directors of Tayf Culture and Art Association, continues her productions in her workshop in Istanbul.

*Our art meetings are free for our members, 500 TL for guests and 250 TL for children under the age of 12. We kindly ask that your guests deposit a donation to our association account before the trip.

Tuesday, June 10

12:00-13:00

Address: Kılıçali Paşa Mahallesi Susam Sokak Reis Apartmanı No:1 Flat:2 Cihangir/Beyoğlu

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