In this episode of Explore Türkiye, we uncover how İstanbul’s contemporary art scene fuses heritage with innovation, from major museums to artists like Deniz Sağdıç reshaping creativity and impact.
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00:00I'm in Istanbul, a city that never ceases to amaze.
00:09Beyond its classical and historical landmarks,
00:12this metropolis is a thriving hub for artists, performers and creatives.
00:17Here, tradition and innovation blend perfectly,
00:20giving life to a dynamic and ever-evolving cultural scene.
00:25Istanbul's unique location between Europe and Asia has made it a cultural crossroads
00:33and for years now it's been one of the global capitals for contemporary art.
00:38Art galleries and museums are spread across the city.
00:42We begin our journey at Istanbul Modern, an institution designed by the renowned Renzo Piano in front of the Bosphorus,
00:50you can get lost in its 15,000 square meter galleries among paintings, sculptures, digital art and installations.
00:58This museum celebrates and nurtures the region's creative talent,
01:02offering visitors an immersive experience showing the world of Turkish modern and contemporary art.
01:09One of the key missions of Istanbul Modern is to document, collect, preserve the creative industries
01:17from our own country and the surrounding region of Turkey,
01:21from which we organize permanent exhibitions as well as publications and public programs.
01:29Providing a multifaceted and multipurpose experience to different audiences and generations,
01:35this museum offers an innovative program of temporary exhibitions, like Ömer Uluci's Beyond the Horizon,
01:43which traces its creative journey, pushing the boundaries of modern art
01:47and exploring humanity's connection with the universe.
01:51Each corner at the Istanbul Modern tells a new story,
01:55weaving traditional and contemporary creativity into something entirely unique.
02:00Art is not just about aesthetics, it can also be a powerful tool for change.
02:09One artist who embodies this philosophy is Denise Sadec.
02:13Denise coined the term Sustainable Art to describe her practice.
02:18She uses over 40 types of upcycled materials, such as denim, plastic and everyday waste,
02:25to create striking portraits that blur the lines between sustainability and creativity.
02:32Her work addresses urgent social issues like the global waste crisis.
02:41She transforms discarded materials into art that inspires eco-friendly thinking
02:46and expresses a deeper belief about our shared responsibility towards the planet.
02:52The importance of human portraits, all the blocks in nature, all the parts of nature, all the stories in condition that were left,
02:59the beginning of human portraits.
03:01I am going to make you a face with a look-to-face portraits that are inspired by all you,
03:05and seeing a piece come to life is truly captivating.
03:09Actually, this is the relationship between the paintings that are created at the temple.
03:13You must have been to a publicist.
03:15Looking through the applications and seeing a piece coming to life is truly captivating.
03:21When I put it here, I'm going to compare it to the top of it.
03:26Would you like to try it?
03:27You can do one more.
03:29I don't want to ruin it.
03:31For example, here is a light tone.
03:33This is a light tone.
03:34It's more than here.
03:36It's more than here.
03:38As climate change and our consumption escalate,
03:41Denise's art reminds us that change must start with a shift in perspective.
03:51Our final stop is another place which celebrates today's art in all its forms and disciplines.
03:58Arter, with six galleries and around 1,500 works,
04:02highlights Turquia's dynamic contemporary art scene
04:06and plays a key role in shaping its future.
04:09As a cultural worker who started his career in early 90s,
04:13I have witnessed the growth of perception and appreciation of contemporary art
04:20art by audiences.
04:22Today, it's not comparable.
04:25I have seen how it really grows.
04:28And with the contribution of the growth of institutions like Arter,
04:35I believe this perception and appreciation will even be bigger in the near future.
04:44Arter is the perfect example of how Istanbul's contemporary art scene
04:49blends tradition with bold new visions,
04:52earning a standing ovation for its creative spirit.
04:56Gorosh Rus!
04:57fleet of a parallel nahi,
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