Emin Ozdemir
Born: 1953
Hometown: Burdur
Based in: İstanbul
Born: 1953
Hometown: Burdur
Based in: İstanbul
Emin Ozdemir was born in Burdur in 1953. He studied Chemical Engineering at Gazi University from 1971-1976, after which he got a Master's degree from Uludağ University. In 2012, he received training in painting, and in 2015 had his first solo exhibition "rotational oscillation" at Nişart Gallery.
Ozdemir has been working in his own studio and focusing on his practice since 2012. Through his knowledge of engineering, he has developed a unique abstract technique; by observing the complex structure of nature, he has developed "Rotational Oscillation." In this technique, he employs concepts such as centrifugal forces, gravity, oscillations, viscosity, fluidity and other physical phenomena and their relationships with colours, to manipulate the effect of the finished artwork.
What inspires you?
When we analyze the complex structure of nature, we see that there are basic simple rules. When these simple rules overlap, we get a variety of complex structures. I also capture the aesthetic beauty by overlapping the basic elements that are simple in my paintings.
Describe your creative process.
I imagine for a long time in the early morning and how I can transfer it to my canvas with the rules of physics, I think, apply and realize it.
What are 3 words that best describe your work?
original, creative, natural, geometric, logical abstraction
Who are some artists that have influenced your work?
Past and present artists are very successful for me. I pursue painting more originally without being influenced by the paintings by these artists.
What is the most important tool when creating your work?
Surface to be painted, Paint type, Painting type, Duration
What is the best piece of advice you have been given?
Be patient.
Where do you go for inspiration?
To the depth of my soul.
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