Taner Yılmaz Turkish, b. 1981

 

Focusing primarily on portraiture, Yılmaz employs a wide range of techniques, including cubism and impressionism, to elicit profound emotional responses from his audience. His use of fragmented forms and expressive brushstrokes creates a hypnotic effect, pulling viewers into a sensory experience where they can almost touch, taste, smell, and hear the scene as if they were living it themselves. This immersive quality is central to his work, as he invites the viewer not just to look, but to feel the emotions embedded in the portrait

 

"I believe that I can capture expression more effectively in portraits. Expression lies in one's hands, sitting posture, and body language. The eyes, too, can communicate a multitude of emotions without uttering a word. I consider my work successful if it can hypnotize the viewer, even for a brief moment, as they engage with it."