Maxx Royal is hosting some of the most prominent names in contemporary art this year. Some of the works created specifically for Maxx Royal are permanent installations, adding significant value to Bodrum.
BASTOK LESSEL, with galleries in Paris and Dubai, is collaborating with Arts Connected, founded by Zeynep Utku, to present an exhibition at Maxx Royal Hotel.
At the marina entrance, there is a 21-meter arc created by 82-year-old conceptual art pioneer Bernar Venet, a permanent installation that is sure to impress. BASTOK LESSEL and Arts Connected are also hosting a group exhibition featuring leading figures in contemporary and modern art.
Bernar Venet at Maxx Royal
Maxx Royal Bodrum, with its 200-square-meter open studio space, showcases works by internationally renowned artists. These pieces push the boundaries of geometry and abstraction, blending art with nature. Refik Anadol’s AI-generated data painting, which transforms wind forecast data into an aesthetic experience, is displayed in the hotel lobby. Additionally, Bernar Venet’s large-scale outdoor sculptures, “2 x 6 Arc Verticaux 77.5° (Gateway to the Sea)” and “219.5° Arcs x 4,” are situated at the bay entrance.
Bernar Venet in the Bay, Refik Anadol
Bernar Venet’s installation, placed at the entrance of the bay, consists of six arches, each 21 meters high. Like all of Venet’s works, this installation reflects his unique style of large-scale metal sculptures that explore minimalist aesthetics and mathematical concepts. The piece invites viewers to contemplate the complex relationship between art, space, and landscape, seamlessly blending with the natural beauty of the bay. The works of the French artist are featured in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Art Institute of Chicago, the Fotomuseum Winterthur in Switzerland, and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. It is also worth noting a documentary produced by Zuhal Demirarslan in collaboration with ArtsConnected and Bernar Venet Studio.
Refik Anadol’s installation, an AI-generated data painting that transforms wind forecast data into an aesthetic experience, is located in the lobby.
The group exhibition, organized in collaboration with Arts Connected and BASTOK LESSEL, features artists such as Alexandre Calder, Claire Tabouret, Fernand Léger, Yoshimoto Nara, Josh Sperling, Gérard Schneider, Alain Jacquet, Jeremy Demester, Jean-Guillaume Mathiaut, and Chung Young Hwan. The exhibition aims to create a dialogue among artists from different backgrounds and artistic movements, offering a rich and multidimensional interpretation of modern and contemporary art.
Caresse Art “Artistic Integrity Unity”
Located between Bodrum and Bitez Bay in the Asarlık area, Caresse Resort Bodrum, part of Marriott International’s The Luxury Collection, launched the Caresse Art project last summer. This year, the project has gained international status, opening its doors with the theme “Artistic Integrity Unity.”
Curated by Elçin Sümer, the museum integrated into the hotel architecture hosts over 1,000 contemporary art pieces from more than 250 national and international galleries and artists. Sümer states, “Our main objectives for creating Caresse Art were to welcome local and international art-loving tourists through Caresse Bodrum, supporting cultural, artistic, and economic exchange, and to support the representation, art, and economic values of our artists, providing them with new experiences through this integrative project.”
The exhibition, accessible 24/7 within the hotel grounds, can be visited until the end of November.
Anna Laudel at Zai
Anna Laudel started the season at Zai with a group show and continues with Lal Batman’s solo exhibition “Cherry on Top” until Aug 18. The exhibition delves into themes of guilty pleasures, forbidden passions and hidden secrets, presenting a sense activating and thought-provoking collection of works which reflect Batman’s unique artistic vision and were specifically produced in the months leading up to the exhibition.
X-ist Casa Dell’Arte
Group exhibition titled Black and Summer, featuring the works of artists Ali Bilge Akkaya, Ansen, Aylin Zaptçıoğlu, Burçin Başar, Gülin Hayat Topdemir, Metin Alper Kurt, Merve Atılgan, Sayna Soleimanpour, Seda Hepsev, Serkan Yüksel and Tayfun Gülnar, hosted and organized by X-Ist Gallery can be seen at Bodrum’s art hotel Casa dell’Arte. Inspired by Casa dell’Arte Bodrum’s gallery, located in an area intertwined with nature and influenced by Eastern and Asian architecture, the exhibition invites the audience to a serene experience. The exhibition can be seen at Casa dell’Arte Bodrum Torba between 26 June and 4 August.
Sevil Dolmacı Gallery at Bodrum Ruins Hotel
The Sevil Dolmacı Gallery in Bodrum currently showcases a collection of sculptures and paintings by renowned Turkish and international contemporary artists at the Ruins Hotel. The exhibition, titled “Golden Hour,” features a diverse range of artworks, including sculptures by Jeppe Hein, paintings by Mexican artist Bosco Sodi, and works by Ekrem Yalçındağ and Haluk Akakçe. According to Sevil Dolmacı, the exhibition’s theme is inspired by the vibrant and captivating essence of the summer months, where the interplay of light and time accentuates the beauty of art in living spaces. The artworks, seamlessly integrated into the environment, aim to engage viewers and provide a reflective experience through a variety of materials, colors, and illusions. Dolmacı believes that these artworks serve to confront personal realities and changing moods, yet ultimately create a peaceful and relaxing aura that harmonizes with the surroundings.
Avantgarde Refined Yalıkavak
Avantgarde Refined Yalıkavak is presenting its contemporary art collection inspired by ‘Mother Nature’ in the new season. The collection, curated by art consultants Yasemin Bay, Meryem Sultuybek Yılmaz, and Gizem Ercengiz, includes works by artists such as Murat Fırat, Seçil Büyükkan, Sanem Tufan, Buse Arca, and Gizem Ercengiz. The corridors feature works by artists like Halil Vurucuoğlu, Merve Zeybek, Bawer Doğanay, Elif Sicim, and Marek Brzozowski. Additionally, the library and private areas showcase works of Turkish art masters like Zeki Faik İzer, Adnan Turani, and Mustafa Ayaz.
Muse Contemporary at METT Bodrum Beach Resort
METT Bodrum Beach Resort has teamed up with the new generation art gallery, Muse Contemporary, to present the True Essence exhibition to its guests. The exhibition, curated by Ayşe Pınar Akalın and Alea Pınar Du Pre, features the works of 12 artists from Turkey and around the world. The artists include Alex Petunin, Artem Martis, Canan Savaş, Jeff Robb, Kadir Akorak, Kübra Doğu, Laurence Jenk, Mehmet Sinan Kuran, Nezih Çavuşoğlu, Yasemin Vardarlılar, and Yulia Batyrova & Marat Mukhametov, who showcase their works from various disciplines.
MESA Bodrum Demirbükü
MESA Bodrum Demirbükü, located in Demirbükü, Bodrum, hosts the Music to My Eyes Vol:2 exhibition organized in collaboration with galleries MERKUR, Martch Art Project and Pi Artworks. The exhibition includes works from many different disciplines, such as sculpture, canvas, digital art and glass art. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Osman Dinç, Nancy Atakan, Özer Toroman, Bence Magyarlaki, Merve Morkoç, Antonio Cosentino, Kezban Arca Batıbeki, Ekrem Yalçındağ, Evren Sungur, Ahmet Duru, Yusuf Aygeç, Nilay Özenbay, Mustafa Aykurt, Ardan Özmenoğlu, Hakan Yılmaz, Leo Lunatic, Şeyda Cesur, Dilara Akay and Furkan Depeli. The art gallery, situated in a garden by the shore, provides visitors with a distinctive experience by blending artworks with the natural beauty of Bodrum. Throughout the summer, Mesa Bodrum Demirbükü will also feature various events.
Music to My Eyes Vol:2 exhibition can be seen at MESA Bodrum Demirbükü until 15 September 2024.
Beyond The OptImIst
Bilgili Sanat hosts The Key Art Gallery and Kun Art Space Gallery at Bodrum Bodrum Kıyı Evleri. The exhibition “Beyond The Optimist,” symbolizing an optimistic journey that touches the human soul, invites viewers to look at the world more hopefully and positively through the power of art. The exhibition features contemporary works nourished by the deep roots of Anatolia, meeting viewers in the unique atmosphere of Bodrum.
Bringing together the cultural richness of Anatolia with works of art, The Key Art Gallery presents outstanding examples of contemporary art in Bodrum. The exhibition includes works by Studio Pinprick, Emir Yağmurca, Anton Kozlov, Deniz Köse, Duygu Aydoğan, Emir Tekkalmaz, Funda Alkan, Hemad Javadzadeh, İlayda Kepez, Kadriye İnal, Mahmut Can Akagündüz, Nisan Talas, Semih Kaplan, Taylan Türkmen, Taner Şekercioğlu.
Kun Art Space attracts attention with its works reflecting the warm and colorful atmosphere of Adana. The gallery will present its pieces, which blend traditional and modern art, to visitors at Bodrum Bodrum Kıyı Evleri. The exhibition will feature creative works by talented artists such as Mustafa Özbakır, Dicle Çiftçi, Tao Ulusoy, Bawer Doğanay, Burak Ayazoğlu, Büşra Çeğil, Emre Bulut, Erdinç Babat, Ferhat Salman, Hakan Çapkan, Hamza Kırbaş, Mahmut Akdemir, Merve Çetin, Selin Karataş, Shahnaz Aghaveya, Tahsin Engin Gökten, Tevfik Karagözoğlu, Mustafa Boğa, and Duvok. Symbolizing an optimistic journey that touches the human soul, the “Beyond The Optimist” exhibition can be visited until September 8.
Yavuz Tanyeli Bodrum | C.A.M. Gallery
Bodrum Municipality will host Yavuz Tanyeli’s latest exhibition, which consists of eight works. The exhibition, organized by C.A.M. Gallery, will be on display in the Mausolos Hall throughout July and will feature works from different periods by Sina Mirel and Yavuz Tanyeli. Tanyeli, who has lived for forty years in Peksimet village in Gümüşlük, Bodrum, creates his works largely inspired by the geography, nature, music, and realities of the country. His paintings, characterized by broad brushstrokes and a narrative aesthetic, draw inspiration from the rich visual worlds of Eastern and Western cultures, primitive arts, and Siyah Kalem. The artist’s works can be viewed until July 31.
Sand Castle” at MOMO Bodrum
The artwork “Sand Castle” by the artist collective Sucuk & Bratwurst will be on display at MOMO Bodrum throughout the summer season. Exhibited in collaboration with Mercedes-Benz and Pilevneli Gallery, “Sand Castle” was created using eco-friendly materials and techniques. The production process took two months, and the piece measures approximately 1.5 meters in length. Visitors can view “Sand Castle” at MOMO Bodrum throughout the summer season.
Eren Göktürk at Ritmo The Bar
Michelin-starred chef Cenk Debensason has returned to Bodrum with his first project, Ritmo Zeytino. Located in an olive grove village atop a hill in Yalıkavak, the venue features a fantastic bar for sunsets. It also showcases a selection of photographs by Eren Göktürk, whose exhibition recently opened at OG Gallery. Göktürk’s work primarily focuses on scenes from everyday life, reimagined with details, light, color, and other technical elements. His large-scale, painterly works emphasize the representational and narrative potential of detail. In the clubroom of Ritmo The Bar, three large-scale photographs by Göktürk greet viewers. “Two Monkeys in the Kitchen” presents a flurry of movement without hiding that it is a kitchen set, filled with hundreds of details showing the aftermath of two people making a mess. “Ping-pong” reimagines one of the iconic American photographs. “The Scene” depicts an empty acoustic stage, reflecting Göktürk’s commentary on consumer culture and the rapid consumption objects that became prevalent in the 90s. Every action depicted in these works, though appearing complete, is a construct by Göktürk. These three pieces will accompany all music nights and events at Ritmo The Bar throughout the summer. The selection will evolve with the addition of new works, creating its own narrative over the season.
PILEVNELI Yalıkavak
Throughout the summer season, PILEVNELI is welcoming visitors for the fourth time at its venue in Bodrum Yalıkavak. The opening of PILEVNELI Yalıkavak, supported by TAV Passport, featured the presentation of the mural “Mural 3000” by Mehmet & Kazım. This work stands out as an impressive enlargement of Mehmet & Kazım’s characteristic Edding drawings. Inspired by various symbols from the streets of New York, Mehmet & Kazım bring the vibrant street culture of New York to Bodrum Yalıkavak with their mural designed in red tones. The works of Mehmet & Kazım Akal will be on display at Bodrum Primeclass Lounge throughout the season. PILEVNELI Yalıkavak is hosting Arik Levy’s solo exhibition “The Beauty of the Other” and a group exhibition featuring works by 22 artists from different countries.
Arik Levy’s exhibition, opening on July 12, showcases his ongoing exploration of the interaction between form, material, and the fusion of the natural with the artificial. This exhibition will be open until September 8. The second exhibition organized by PILEVNELI Yalıkavak, sponsored by MasterCard, brings together works by 22 artists with diverse styles. The exhibition features works by Bora Akıncıtürk, Rasim Aksan, Nevin Aladağ, Adrian Altıntaş, Refik Anadol, Banu Anka, André Butzer, Johan Creten, Hüseyin Çağlayan, Ali Elmacı, Hell Gette, Kevin Francis Gray, Mehmet & Kazım, Daniel Knorr, Arik Levy, Julian Mayor, Frank Nitsche, John Newsom, Serkan Sarıer, Defne Tesal, Tarık Töre, and Yuşa Yalçıntaş. In this exhibition, Rasim Aksan and Kevin Francis Gray’s works are being shown at PILEVNELI for the first time, while Tarık Töre draws attention with a small series of paper works that he is exploring in his practice for the first time.
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