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Siirt Blanket

Siirt Blanket

(734 words)
December 12, 2025

Siirt Blanket is a traditional handcraft product woven on handlooms using the fleece of tiftik goats native to Siirt province in Türkiye. These blankets, with a history spanning over a century, hold a significant place in the people culture and have been passed down from generation to generation until the present day. Noted for both their functionality and aesthetic value, Siirt blankets are more than just a means of warmth; they also stand out as a cultural heritage and a popular gift item.Siir

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Muhammed Samed Acar

Muhammed Samed Acar

Art and Technology: The Reflections of Digital Transformation in the Field of Art

Art and Technology: The Reflections of Digital Transformation in the Field of Art

(1056 words)
November 29, 2025

Which digital tool do you use to express your emotions?Until the 2000s, art was the reflection of creativity and imagination in fields such as painting, music, dance, and sculpture. In traditional arts, the artist transformed their creativity and imagination onto a canvas, into the measure of a song, or into a dance movement. Here, materials such as paper, clay, stone, and brush—factors that emphasized tangibility and sensory experience—took center stage. The artist’s expression aimed to prompt

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T3 Akademi

T3 Akademi

Mother-of-pearl Inlay Art

Mother-of-pearl Inlay Art

(550 words)
December 3, 2025

Shell inlay art is a traditional decorative art achieved by embedding shell pieces into recesses carved into wooden surfaces. The shell used in this art form is a hard, glossy, and phosphorescent material found on the inner surfaces of the shells of marine creatures such as mussels and oysters. Due to its luster and durability, shell has been valued for decorative purposes for centuries.Materials UsedThe craft of shell inlay is known as “sedefkârlık,” and the artisan who practices it is called a

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Miray GÜR

Miray GÜR

Kelkit Zilli Kilim

Kelkit Zilli Kilim

(679 words)
December 2, 2025

Kelkit Zilli Kilim is a handwoven artistic product unique to the Kelkit district of Gümüşhane and represents a cultural heritage passed down through generations. Made from 100% wool, 100% root dye, and 100% kirman yarn, this kilim was officially registered on 21 June 2019 under Industrial Property Law No. 6769 as a geographical indication. Produced within the boundaries of Kelkit district using local craftsmanship and traditional techniques, this product is registered by the Kelkit Subprovince.D

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Elif Laçin

Elif Laçin

Pop Art

Pop Art

(610 words)
January 6, 2026

Pop Art is an art movement that emerged in the late 1950s and early 1960s in the United States and the United Kingdom. This movement represents an aesthetic approach that challenges traditional notions of art and draws inspiration from popular culture. Consumer culture, advertising, comic books, celebrities, cinema and other elements of everyday life formed the source material for Pop Art artists. The movement is regarded both as a pivotal moment in art history and as a reflection of social dyna

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Enes Tayyar

Enes Tayyar

The Short History of the Term “Traditional”: How Do We Read Art?

The Short History of the Term “Traditional”: How Do We Read Art?

(604 words)
March 14, 2026

The term “tradition” generally refers to a connection with the past.【1】 Over time, this concept has expanded to encompass meanings associated with the term “traditional,” implying practices passed down from the past. Today, this term has nearly become a universal label for various art forms such as hat, tezhip, miniatür, ebru and bookbinding, among others.However, the term “traditional art” does not always carry a neutral connotation in contemporary art contexts. On the contrary, it often genera

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Betül BİLGİN

Betül BİLGİN

Professions and Specializations in Manuscript Production

Professions and Specializations in Manuscript Production

(650 words)
January 3, 2026

Manuscript work culture refers to an ecosystem encompassing not only written texts but also the entire process from their creation to their preservation. Throughout this process, the production, writing, decoration, binding, and preservation of manuscripts such as required every stage stage to involve different areas of expertise and professional groups. These craftsmen and artists involved in manuscript production did not merely fulfill a practical function; they also contributed significantly

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Burak Enes

Burak Enes

Mehmet Black Pen and Miniatures

Mehmet Black Pen and Miniatures

(600 words)
January 3, 2026

Mehmet Siyah Kalem Pen was an artist who lived in the 15th century and inspired both East and West art. His works depict the daily lives beliefs and cultural structures of societies through an artistic lens. In his drawings shamanistic and fantastical elements reflect a striking and imaginative world. These works reveal not only the art understanding of his time but also a creativity that challenges the boundaries of dream.Nomadic encampment. Topkapı Sarayı Hazine Kitaplığı. 2153." image-alterna

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Burak Enes

Burak Enes

Kırkyama

Kırkyama

(507 words)
December 3, 2025

Kırkyama is a traditional craft formed by assembling fabric pieces of different sizes, textures, colors, and patterns into a unified composition. This technique, also known as “patchwork,” evolved from the historical practice of “mending,” which emerged during periods of poverty and gradually transformed into an artistic expression. Initially used to repair worn or damaged clothing, the mending process later became a meticulous craft requiring patience and skill, adorned with aesthetic considera

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