Original artwork description:

In Azure, artist Fatih Sungurtekin transforms personal memories and the longing for freedom during the pandemic into a visually poetic work of contemporary art. Inspired by the partial view of the sky from his former home, the painting becomes a symbolic escape, with the sky representing hope, liberation, and infinite possibility. The title, Azure, evokes the vastness of the open sky and the artist’s deep yearning for emotional and physical release.

Cultural resonance plays a vital role in this piece. Drawing on the shared traditions of Turkish and Japanese heritage, Sungurtekin highlights the parallels between the egalitarian rights of Seljuk women and the strength and determination embodied in Japanese models. These historical and cultural echoes shape the composition, uniting memory, imagery, and research gathered during the creative process.

The work incorporates decorative motifs familiar from the artist’s earlier paintings, linking past, present, and future. A precise linear frame creates visual depth, contrasting the interior confinement of the home with the expansive dream of the sky beyond. The structural edges suggest boundaries, while the central sky becomes a space of emotional release and reflection.

Azure is more than a painting—it is a meditation on resilience, cultural identity, and the transformative power of memory. It invites collectors and viewers alike to explore the universal desire for renewal, offering both a personal narrative and a timeless symbol of hope. Azure captures a powerful blend of personal experience, cultural symbolism, and emotional depth. It speaks to anyone who values art as a bridge between inner reflection and universal themes of freedom.

Materials used:

oil

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