/

What Should Architecture Build?

What is architecture today: merely a tool for form and aesthetics, or a vehicle for public life, social justice, and human relationships? In essence, our fundamental question is: what is architecture building today? Is it merely aesthetic forms and flashy facades, or

/

June 2025 Exhibitions

June has reinvigorated the art scene as well. In the first month of summer, museums and galleries are offering an array of striking exhibitions, making it increasingly difficult to choose among them. The editors of ArtDog Istanbul have compiled a selection of

/

Guns N’ Roses “Welcome to the Jungle” Istanbul

A legend ignited in the summer of 1985—a story forged through years of chaos, passion, and music… Guns N’ Roses carved their name into rock history not just with songs, but with onstage meltdowns, snake-filled houses, and unforgettable solos. Following their legendary

/

Where Is Banksy’s New Message Hidden?

Banksy’s latest street art piece has come to light. The artwork, titled “I want to be what you see in me,” carries the traces of Banksy’s signature mysterious and multilayered expression, both through its visual illusion and poetic phrasing. Banksy’s latest street

/

Art in Troubled Times III

In these times when the public agenda grows heavier and conditions become more challenging in every sense, artists and art workers are affected just as much as anyone else. In the third installment of our interview series, we spoke with Özalp Birol,

/

Goethe Medal Awarded to Osman Kavala

Osman Kavala, who has been imprisoned since 2017, has been awarded the Goethe Medal, one of Germany’s most prestigious cultural honors. The award serves as international recognition of Kavala’s enduring efforts in the realms of peace, cultural dialogue, and civil society. The

/

May 2025 Exhibitions

As spring infuses the city with fresh energy, galleries and museums open their doors to a wide array of ambitious exhibitions this May—ideal for those seeking to step away from the chaos of daily life and nourish their spirit. The editors of

Koyo Kouoh Dies at 57

Koyo Kouoh, the first person of African descent appointed as curator of the 2026 Venice Biennale, has passed away at the age of 57.

1 2 3 5