SKIN OF THE EARTH

SKIN OF THE EARTH

From Mesopotamia to Çukurova

The earth is humanity's most ancient storyteller. With every step and every breath, it bridges the traces of the past with the present. Mesopotamia and Çukurova are significant regions renowned for their fertile lands and deep historical roots. These lands are a source of life and a wellspring of artistic inspiration.

This exhibition represents the convergence of Mesopotamia's and Çukurova's historical depths. It invites viewers to explore the intertwined stories of the earth and humanity at the intersection of these rich cultural heritages. As Edward Said expressed in Culture and Imperialism (1993), culture cannot be considered independent of its geographical and historical context. Artists from Mesopotamia and Çukurova come together to examine these regions' cultural and artistic traces from a broader perspective, presenting this rich heritage through the lens of contemporary art.

The collaboration of these artists not only narrates the shared heritage of these two regions but also illustrates the artistic expression of their lands, offering viewers a journey into the soul of these profound geographies. We invite you to discover how the plains, interwoven with history, come to life through the language of art in this exhibition.