“Playground” Group Exhibition at Sevil Dolmaci Gallery, Dubai

Each artist brings a unique perspective, utilizing colors, forms and their own distinct styles to create works that embody their imaginative expression and childlike wonder, even when exploring more serious subjects.

Cody Choi addresses the human condition, playfully exploring cultural identities and boundaries with autobiographical works marked by appropriation and the cultural differences between the East and West.

Beverly Fishman centers her work around the body with abstract investigations of illness, identity, and medicine coupled with bold and often neon colors with playful and welcoming forms.

Pınar Birim, known for her vibrant compositions that blend abstract forms with childlike wonder and motifs, creates a world that is wild and chaotic, but with a distinct feel of youthful playfulness.

Bosco Sodi uses raw, natural materials to create paintings and sculptures whose final forms are dictated by the forces of nature.

Melisa Mızraklı employs photography to play around with the human body to create a surreal and synchronized world through repeated forms.

Ekrem Yalçındağ incorporates floral and geometric elements in his pieces, creating a harmonious and colorful balance between tradition and contemporary art.

Gençay Aytekin draws inspiration from Pop-Art, exploring adult themes with a playful, naïve perspective.

Tuna Özkaragöz’s works reflect a keen sense of color and form that focus on the human body, while Cem Gönül’s art encourages viewers to embrace their playful spirit through dynamic visuals.

Sinan Saül’s often anthropomorphic figures inspired by cartoons reflect the artist’s inner world and the comedy of the chaos of the world around him.

Rafael Gomez Barros addresses themes of migration and identity through his intricate installations, aiming to provoke conversation around societal issues.

“Playground” exhibition will run from 3 October 2024 to 10 November 2024, Sevil Dolmacı Gallery, Building 11-R04, Dubai Design District.

About Sevil Dolmacı Dubai

Sevil Dolmaci Dubai opened its doors in November 2023, nestled in the heart of the Dubai Design District. Founded by art historian Sevil Dolmaci, the gallery aims to cultivate a rich and sophisticated art scene for the diverse and dynamic population of Dubai while providing unparalleled access to the international art market. Sevil Dolmaci Dubai continues its mission to contribute to Dubai’s vibrant art landscape, offering exciting exhibitions that highlight emerging and established artists from around the world.

About Sevil Dolmacı

Sevil Dolmacı, who has an academic background, completed her master’s and doctorate studies on art history and attended courses on contemporary art at the Royal Academy of Arts in London. She worked in various institutions in London, such as the Saatchi Gallery and the Tate Modern Museum. Sevil Dolmacı, who has long been providing consultancy services to Turkey’s important art collections, undertook important projects such as the DEMSA Group Art Consultancy and Museum Project, St. Regis Hotel Project, Demirören Group Art Consultancy, Kemer Country Golf Club Sculpture Park Project and Kabakçı Collection Art Consultancy. Sevil Dolmacı also continues to provide consultancy services to private collections, galleries and artists.