Cell of Universe

Gonca Yengin investigates the micro and macro with a deep-level vision rather than limiting her view to the world seen with the naked eye. By entering deeper into physical visual qualities, she can focus on the details of the structures of living biological mechanisms which disappear in our lives.

“Each tiny detail of life is part of who we are. Becoming united with these small pieces makes life meaningful.”

By combining details of both micro and macro worlds in various media, Gonça’s artwork reflects this unity while also revealing the mysteries hidden in the details.

Her work juxtaposes the perception of reality with an undiscovered awareness of experiences of the moment that are hidden in everyday details. It depicts visual stories of mystical worlds that elude discovery in everyday life. Informed by the influences of minimalism she experiences in Asia, her latest works re-interpret and simplify these stories.

Ink, acrylic, pen, and other chemical elements are the media Gonca uses synergistically on natural textured surfaces.

EDUCATION

B.A. (Bachelor of Arts), Anadolu University, Department of Fine Arts Education, Eskisehir, Turkey, 2003.
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration), University of Bahcesehir, Cultural Politics and Art Management, Istanbul, Turkey, 2010.

SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2015- “Endless Forms”, The Frenchbookshop, Singapore

2011- “Reflections”, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Rotunda Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA

2011 July – “Waiting “, Migrating Dreams”, The 815 Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA

2011- July, The Millstone Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA

2011-” Talismans”, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Loft Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA.

2010 December – “Dreams of Colors”, The 815 Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA

COLLECTIVE EXHIBITIONS

2017 August- Ngee Ann National Day Calligraphy & Painting Exhibition, Singapore.

2017 March- Not Afraid World Women’s Day International Exhibition, Galeria Mavist, Istanbul, TR.

2016 July- 36 Ad-Hoc International Artist Collective, IMPREINT Space, London, UK.

2015 April- Affordable Art Fair, SG 50 Wall, Singapore.

2012 December- Metamorphosis, Dahlia Gallery, Singapore.

2012 November- Expression, Dahlia Gallery, Singapore.

2012-Avanos Ceramic Firing Techniques Workshops Online Exhibition, Avanos, Nevsehir, Turkey.

2011 Jan to June, The 815 Gallery, Artist on the Edge, First Friday Monthly Exhibitions, Lincoln, NE, USA.

2011, Reunion: 1st Anniversary Special Show, The 815 Gallery, Lincoln, NE, USA.

2010- May to 2010 November, The 815 Gallery, Artist on the Edge, First Friday exhibitions, Lincoln, NE, USA.

2006- The CumART Group Paintings, Sculpture and Printing Exhibition, Turgut Özakman Gallery, Eskisehir, Turkey.

2006-24.Turgut Pura Foundation Paintings and Sculpture Exhibition, Museum of Paintings and Sculpture, İzmir, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 550 Great Painters and Sculptures Konak Culture Center, Bursa, Turkey.

2005- TUYAP Art Fair, Istanbul, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 450 Great Painters and Sculptures, Aydın Kanza Gallery, Antalya, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 400 Great Painters and Sculptures, Trabzon Hüseyin Kazaz Cultural Center, Trabzon
Architectures’ Assassination Gallery Hall, Trabzon City Theatre, Trabzon, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 300 Great Painters and Sculptures, Eskişehir City Art Center, Eskisehir, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of Great Painters and Sculptures in Anatolia, Mersin Cultural Center, Mersin, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of Great Painters and Sculptures in Anatolia, Metropolitan City Hall Exhibition Center,
Gaziantep, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 250 Great Painters and Sculptures, Museum of Paintings and Sculpture, Izmir, Turkey.

2005- National Mobilization of Artists, Grand Exhibition of 200 Great Painters and Sculptures, Museum of Paintings and Sculpture, Izmir, Turkey.

2003- Eskisehir Art Association Sculpture Exhibition, Eskisehir, Turkey.

1999- Student Exhibition, Anadolu University. Faculty of Education Gallery, Eskisehir, Turkey.

CURATED PROJECTS

“Another Brick in the Wall of Hope” Exhibitions:

2012 -Liang Court, Solo Exhibition and Installation, Singapore

2013-Conclave Gallery, Nostra 2 Collective Exhibition, Singapore

2015- The Mill x WeJungle, in DESTRUCTION & REBIRTH Creative Collective Project, Singapore.

AWARDS

2010 Soho Painting Contest, USA: Honorable Mention Award