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Olafur Eliason at Istanbul Modern

Istanbul Modern is getting ready for Olafur Eliasson’s first exhibition in Turkey on June 7. Eliasson, a prominent figure in contemporary art, known for his sculptures and large-scale installations. He uses basic materials like light, water, and air temperature to create immersive

Istanbul Modern Presents Films Directed by Women

As part of the “Sharjah Film Platform Montage” series, Istanbul Modern Cinema presents a curated selection of fiction and documentary films directed by women. Among the nine films delving into conflicting dualities, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and exploring the

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Protest Outside Istanbul Modern

A group of 20 artists, who joined under Açık Masa (Open Table), Katılımcı Sanat Topluluğu (Participatory Art Community Turkey) (PACT), and Kamusal Sanat Laboratuvarı (Public Art Laboratory), protested Istanbul Modern. The protest took place in front of the museum with the slogan

Eco Art Lab at Istanbul Modern

Istanbul Modern continues to offer inspiring programs that support creativity in its new museum building. Brought to life through the sponsorship of Damat Tween, Eco Art Lab strengthens the bond we have established with nature and the environment through art  Young people

Istanbul Modern’s Director to Resign after 11 years

Istanbul Modern announced on Friday that Levent Çalıkoğlu, the General Director of Istanbul Modern, will be stepping down from his position by the end of September. According to the announcement, Çalıkoğlu has been the museum’s General Director since 2012, and his departure

Education programs at Istanbul Modern

One Artist, One Workshop: Printmaking Museum educators lead the workshop and focuses on Aliye Berger’s artistic career and printmaking techniques. The children begin the program with a brief presentation introducing the artist and her productions. They examine the artist’s works featured in

Istanbul Modern Education Programs

Children take part in programs that are designed for specific age groups and focus on exhibitions held at the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, works of art featured in the exhibitions, and the careers of artists whose works are exhibited. Participants thus

Women artists at Istanbul Modern

One of the opening exhibitions of Istanbul Modern’s new museum building, “Always Here” features artworks that have been acquired through the Women Artists Fund. Sponsored by Bank of America, the exhibition brings together works by 11 women artists.  Istanbul Modern Women Artists