My Story
This journey began when I started noticing the stories hidden in people’s faces and actions. I found meaning not only in what people said but also in what they left unsaid. Masks became the most natural way to reveal these hidden stories. When I made my first mask, I realized it wasn’t just an object; it carried emotion and narrative. This realization drove me to build a deeper relationship with masks. Over time, I developed techniques, experimented with materials, and turned each mask into a storyteller. Today, I am here because this process has been a journey of transformation for both me and my masks.
Connecting Through Masks
"The creative process is not just about crafting an artwork but also about building a dialogue and expressing emotions."
What drives me is the complexity and depth of human nature. Every individual carries far more than what is visible on the surface; a gesture, a glance, or a word can reveal infinite clues about a person’s inner world. My art is an effort to take these clues and transform them into a story. Through my masks, I aim to make people confront aspects of themselves they might not even recognize. Each new mask feels like the birth of a character. The creative process is not just about crafting an artwork but also about building a dialogue and expressing emotions. What moves me is this profound journey of exploration.
Creating masks is not just an art form for me; it’s a process of meaning-making. Masks conceal faces but reveal souls. This duality has always fascinated me. I believe masks are one of the most powerful ways to explore identities and emotions. Using leather, a natural and timeless material, gives my masks an organic, enduring quality. When I create a mask, I allow it the freedom to develop its own story. They are not merely faces but physical forms of spirits, emotions, or characters. For me, making masks is both a creative and deeply personal act of expression.
What makes my art unique is that it is not solely an aesthetic experience. Each mask is inspired by the story of a real person. They reflect not just appearances but inner worlds, emotions, and thoughts. My approach is centered on forming a deep connection with people and transforming those connections into art. Every individual I meet leaves a mark on my work, and these marks form the foundation of my masks. This personal bond allows my masks to transcend being mere objects and become living, breathing stories.
"Masks conceal faces but reveal souls. This duality has always fascinated me."
My Future Vision
In the future, I want my masks to be more than artistic objects—they should also serve as storytellers and emotional bridges. I dream of seeing them as part of a performance exhibition, perhaps a theatrical play or a visual short film. Additionally, I aim to compile the stories of my masks into a book or archive them digitally. I imagine people being able to touch or observe the masks and embark on their own journeys of emotions, memories, and self-reflection. My ultimate goal is to transform my art into a tool that connects people and helps them explore their inner worlds.
"The elegance of destruction" Istanbul - 27.05.2024
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