Contemporary Istanbul
dal 22/11/2011 al 26/11/2011
Segnalato da
22/11/2011
Contemporary Istanbul
Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Centre ICEC, Istanbul
Sixth edition. Consisting of national and international galleries chosen by the organizational committee, art institutions and sector representatives, it is the premier art fair of the region. The fair showcases contemporary paintings, sculptures, videos, photographs, installations and limited editions with the participation of national and foreign galleries.
Celebrating its 6th anniversary in 2011, Contemporary Istanbul is Turkey’s most comprehensive contemporary art event to date, expanding Istanbul’s cultural and artistic life to the world.
Consisting of national and international galleries chosen by the organizational committee, art institutions and sector representatives, the premier art fair of the region will open its doors this year to art lovers on November 24-27 at Istanbul Congress Center / Exhibition Area (IKM) and Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center / Rumeli Hall (K). Contemporary Istanbul showcases contemporary paintings, sculptures, videos, photographs, installations and limited editions with the participation of national and foreign galleries.
The art fair that aims at being in the Top 10 list of the world art fairs within the next couple of years, is also dedicated to contributing to the development of Contemporary Turkish Art, introducing the genre to collectors with pieces that increase in value and are globally recognized.
This edition brings together 90 contemporary art galleries from 20 countries, half being international, featuring art initiatives, independent projects and publications along with art institutions in addition to exhibitions. 3000 contemporary artworks belonging to 526 local and global artists will be exhibited and more than 1000 collectors will be visiting Contemporary Istanbul, more than 60.000 visitors expecting in CI 2011.
Ali Güreli, Chairman of Contemporary Istanbul said, “Contemporary Istanbul’s aim is promoting contemporary art in Turkey and Turkish contemporary art to the world. We are once again excited to host the pioneer names in art, culture and architecture in our Contemporary Istanbul Event and to contribute to making Istanbul an artistic center of attraction bringing in foreign collectors, artists, press members and art lovers in general. We will continue our efforts to make Istanbul one of the capital cities in the art realm.”
“We hope that Contemporary Istanbul provides its visitors the opportunity to catch up on the latest trends in Contemporary Turkish Art and the global art scene, while ensuring to remain the medians through which the international art communities can interact.” continues Ali Güreli.
For the first time, Contemporary Istanbul will also be hosting galleries from the Gulf Region in it’s New Horizons section in 2011. Furthermore, a number of preeminent galleries will be participating, celebrating aspirant artists and real talent from the Gulf.
Contemporary Istanbul offers a rich experience during the fair with various panel discussions on contemporary art. Contemporary Istanbul Dialogues (CI Dialogues) where local and international speakers will share their observations and experiences of their respective countries’ Contemporary art enviroments and art instutions with art enthusiasts. The 3rd day of CI Dialogues will be special for New Horizon Section; art experts, advisors, curators and art critics will be discussing the current art market, emerging artists and art institutions in the region. Laura Egerton, Curator, Abraaj Capital Art Prize and Arsalan Mohammad, Editor in Chief, Harper’s Bazaar Art Dubai are two of the key speakers within this dialogue.
Also Contemporary art expert on emerging markets, Ian Robertson will talk about the emerging markets and the changing dynamics and geographies in contemporary art.
With social events held throughout the fair, Contemporary Istanbul brings together collectors, press members, artists, gallery owners, critics and all art enthusiasts from around the world.
Contemporary İstanbul:
The sixth edition of Contemporary Istanbul will take place from 24th to 27th of November 2011. As the most extensive contemporary art fair in Turkey, Contemporary Istanbul aims to promote the cultural and artistic life of Turkey.
For five days, Contemporary Istanbul is hosting national and international galleries, artists from all over the world, collectors, museum directors, curators, art critics, members of press and art lovers at Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center and Istanbul Congress Center. And in addition to the main event, Contemporary Istanbul is organizing through the year several side events and art projects such as conferences, exhibitions with the aim of contributing to the country's contemporary art development.
Image: Derrick Santini, Gece görevlisi, Lenticular ışıklı kutu, 121 x 91 cm, 2010. Soda, İstanbul, Turkey
Press, Publications & Sponsors Coordinator
Ada Parisyan Tel: +90 212 2447171 Fax: +90 212 2447181 info@contemporaryistanbul.com
Preview: 23 November 2011 (by invitation only)
The Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center (ICEC) - Rumeli Hall
İstanbul Lütfi Kırdar Uluslararası Kongre ve Sergi Sarayı
Gümüş Cad.No:4 Harbiye 34367 Istanbul
Visiting Hours
24 Nov 2011 11:00–21:00
25 Nov 2011 11:00–20:00
26 Nov 2011 11:00–20:00
27 Nov 2011 11:00–20:00
Entrance Fees
Regular: 20,00 TL (approx. 10 EUR)
Concessions: 12,00 TL (approx. 6 EUR) Students, teachers and senior citizens over 65