Question 1

Who is Can Maden?

Accepted Answer

Can Maden is a Turkish contemporary artist born in Istanbul in 1961. She creates mixed media works using watercolor, ink, collage, and coffee grounds, exploring themes of nature, memory, and human connection. She has exhibited at major venues including Istanbul Modern and Pera Museum.

Question 2

What type of art does Can Maden create?

Accepted Answer

Can Maden creates contemporary mixed media art combining watercolor, ink, collage, digital techniques, and unconventional materials like coffee grounds and plant extracts. Her work explores boundaries between dreams and reality, form and dissolution.

Question 3

Where is Can Maden's studio located?

Accepted Answer

Can Maden's studio is located in Istanbul, Turkey. She has been based in Istanbul throughout her career and draws inspiration from the city's rich cultural heritage.

Question 4

How can I purchase artwork from Can Maden?

Accepted Answer

You can inquire about purchasing artwork by contacting Can Maden through her official website at canmadenart.tr or by emailing canmaden7@gmail.com. Her works are also available through Mine Art Gallery in Istanbul.

Question 5

What exhibitions has Can Maden participated in?

Accepted Answer

Can Maden has participated in numerous exhibitions including 'Akıştaki Formlar' at Istanbul Modern, '100 Years in the Light of the Republic' at Pera Museum, 'Düşçü/Dreamer' solo exhibition, and international shows in Germany. Visit the exhibitions page for the complete list.

Question 6

Is Can Maden a Turkish artist?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Can Maden is a Turkish contemporary artist born and based in Istanbul, Turkey. She is one of Turkey's notable mixed media artists, with works that reflect Turkish cultural heritage and contemporary global art practices.

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