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ABOUT

 Art On Istanbul, founded by collectors Nil and Oktay Duran in 2011, aims to serve as a space that runs an interdisciplinary program in reference to art history while embracing authentic contemporary approaches through publications and seminars parallel to its exhibition program.

 

Based on the idea of supporting the gallery program with curatorial exhibitions and publications that strive to make permanent contributions to art history, Art On Istanbul aspires to establish a climate of criticism for in-depth and multi-perspective analyses of the artworks. The gallery tries to play a functional role between the artwork and the audience by taking on an approach that brings out the inherent characteristics of the works through identification of the variations and similarities in the artists’ practices. With exhibitions, publications and discussions intending to analyze the creative mind as the source of abstraction and interpret the codex of the artist, the gallery sets out to create a holistic intellectual ground, which is seminal in terms of meaning and form and coherent with the art tradition on a critical axis.

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We are aiming to bring Art On Istanbul beyond its identity as an art gallery, leading to a new higher position as an art institution working on art in all its aspects.

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OUR AIM

Reaching young artists and to become an eligible art institution for them.
Creating a community and turn its members into our natural ambassadors.
Perpetuating the perception of “art institution”.

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WHAT WE FOCUS ON
Art On Istanbul centers expression on authenticity, provokes creativity and gives inspiration for interactivity. Becomes an attraction point for the reforming power of art.

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Creativity ON
We revitalize, at every touch, the innovative spirit of art, and turn creativity into an endless journey.

Currently ongoing artistic projects, exhibitions.

  • Collaborations with artists / creative collaborations and common projects with artists from different disciplines.

  • Collaborations with brands and hosting events.

  • Collectors meetings.

  • Digital Art: Artistic performances integrated with technology, which bring together art and creativity on digital platforms.

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Authenticity ON
Centering on authenticity we raise the voices of young artists and redefine the diversity of art in each artwork. We embrace art at every level, expand peoples horizons through art and give inspiration to them.

  • Exploring young and independent artists.

  • Workshops devoted to these artists.

  • Collaborations with Faculties of Fine Arts

  • Crossroads exhibition series

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Inspiration ON
We embrace art at every level, expand peoples horizons through art and give inspiration to them.

  • Public talks and panel debates.

  • Educative programs and workshops (Workshops for children and adults / at gallery space or various places).

  • Street art projects with street artists.

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