The independent digital art platform ArtRedCo is holding its first exhibition at Ark Kültür, curated by Beral Madra. Opening on March 6, the exhibition titled “Today, everything exists to end in a photograph” brings together 28 works by 22 artists, presenting a selection that questions the social, cultural, and political impact of photography in the digital age.
Gaining attention with its projects featuring independent artists, ArtRedCo will host the exhibition “Today, everything exists to end in a photograph” at Ark Kültür in Cihangir from March 6 to April 6, 2025. Inspired by Susan Sontag’s iconic statement, the exhibition is curated by Beral Madra, offering a selection that questions the social, cultural, and political impact of photography in the digital age.
The exhibition highlights how photography has evolved beyond mere documentation to become a powerful communication tool that reflects social structures, ideologies, and cultural transformations. Visitors will explore the shifting landscape of visual culture through each artwork, gaining new perspectives on the social impact of photography.
Susan Sontag argued that photography should be seen as an art form and a tool with the power to shape societies and spread ideologies. Known for her critical perspectives on women’s social roles and experiences, Sontag deeply explored the relationship between photography and gender. Understanding how her statement, “Photography exists to end everything,” visually represents social and gender dynamics is a key focus of this exhibition. Additionally, the exhibition questions Sontag’s profound perspective on photography through the works of female artists and photographers.
The exhibition features 28 works by 22 artists, offering an in-depth exploration of photography’s social impact and visual narratives. Participating artists include Yeşim Ağaoğlu, Halil Altındere, Ani Çelik Arevyan, İlgen Arzık, Laleper Aytek, Zeynep Beler, Ali Borovalı, Canan, Ferhat Özgür, Emine Ceylan, Orhan Cem Çetin, Sinem Dişli, Zeren Göktan, Gül Ilgaz, Ali Kabaş, İbrahim Karakütük, Şükran Moral, Esra Özdoğan, Alp Sime, Lale Tara, Cansu Yıldıran, and Cemre Yeşil. Each piece examines how photography shapes and manipulates reality, while also delving into the deep societal connections of these powerful visual narratives.
The exhibition also highlights International Women’s Day on March 8, with the main support of Koluman and the social responsibility partnership of Yanındayız Association. This collaboration, which merges art with social responsibility, aims not only to offer a visual experience but also to convey meaningful social messages to visitors.
ArtRedCo’s exhibition, “Today, everything exists to end in a photograph,” will be on view at Ark Kültür from March 6 to April 6, 2025.
