"Every Artist dips their brush into their own Soul,
and paints their own nature into their art."
- Henry Ward Beecher
Artists tells Stories
“Free Life” is a mesmerizing 3D OPTIC PAPER ART work that tells a story about the power of perseverance and determination in pursuing one’s dreams. In life, we all have a unique story to tell, filled with ups and downs, challenges and victories. However, some of us tend to compromise our dreams and aspirations for the sake of family, societal or cultural norms, and expectations. Women, in particular, are often expected to put their dreams on hold and dedicate their lives to their children and husband.
But the truth is, when we say no to the blocks that hinder our progress and stop us from reaching our full potential, we begin to experience the true meaning of freedom. The freedom to chase after our dreams, the freedom to pursue our passions, and the freedom to live life on our own terms.
“Free Life” captures this essence beautifully, with its intricate and mesmerizing design that draws the viewer’s attention and sparks their imagination.
It serves as a reminder that we all have the power within us to break free from the limitations that hold us back and embark on a journey towards a more fulfilling life.
So, if you’re feeling stuck in life and unsure of your next move, take a moment to admire the beauty and message of “Free Life.” Let it inspire you to break free from your own blocks and start living a life of freedom, purpose, and passion.
GTnArt
Forty Years — One Story
A forty-year marriage, captured in a single painting.
From their early years in Azerbaijan and Türkiye to university life, teaching, mentoring students, exhibitions, art, joy, sorrow, disagreements and reconciliation — their journey has been shaped by everything that comes with a shared life.
The artist sees the painting as her husband’s visual summary of those forty years together: two lives, intertwined through time, carrying both tenderness and struggle.
She chooses not to explain what the painting means to her.
Perhaps because every viewer will find something different in it — a memory, a relationship, a love, a wound, or simply the passage of time.
And perhaps that is exactly what art is meant to do.
” I would like to share the brief story of the forty-year marriage that lies behind this
painting. When we married, I was 24 and he was 32; today, I am 63 and he is 71. Over the years, we moved from Azerbaijan to Türkiye, taught at the university, mentored students, engaged in art, and participated in exhibitions; we experienced days of great sorrow and days of great happiness… we argued often and frequently hurt one another… yet the force that kept this ship afloat always prevailed… I believe my husband created this painting as a summary of our forty-year marriage… I will not describe what I feel when I look at the painting… because everyone will see something that resonates with their own feelings. And that is exactly as it should be. Enjoy the viewing”
Doç. Dr. Lale AVŞAR
Akdeniz Üniversitesi
Edebiyat Fakültesi
Sanat Tarihi Bölümü