BIOGRAPHY
Ece Abay is a multidisciplinary artist based in Amsterdam, originally from Istanbul. She is skilful in her craft, earning a Master of Arts from Edinboro University in Pennsylvania and a Master of Arts from Syracuse University. Her art expresses her deep understanding of human association within the world. The work is intimate, raw, and honest, and she strives to create a bridge between the audience and her art. She feels a great connection to ancestor-ship and ancient temples. Previously centred on themes exploring her Greek cultural roots, Abay’s most recent work is influenced by ancient Mesopotamia and our common human heritage.
In consideration of her work, Abay states, “Göbekli Tepe, Stonehenge, and Karahan Tepe are the first inspirations of many for the series where I connect my personal journey with our common heritage. All ancient temples serve the same purpose for all humanity, and therefore, they should be treated and perceived as connected regardless of their location or timeline.”
Recently, Abay joined a collective exhibition in Agora Gallery in New York. She also had a solo exhibition in Amsterdam and participated in shows at Miart Gallery in London, the International Arts & Antique Fair in Istanbul, and the Venice Art Fair in Forlì, Italy. The exhibition Beyond Borders at Miart was featured in Luxury Splash of Art Magazine. In addition, she was awarded multiple honours and was featured in the publications Haberturk Hayat and Marie Claire magazines.
“We are the reflections of our ancestors on earth…” – Ece Abay
CV
Education
Edinboro University
Pennsylvania
Master of Arts: Liberal Arts And Business
Syracuse University
New York
Master of Arts: Liberal Arts And Sciences
Marmara University of Fine Arts
Istanbul
Bachelor of Arts: Visual Arts
Exhibitions
• 2023 –A Little Serendipity, Agora Gallery, Chelsea NYC-USA
• 2023 –”Ancient Memories II” Solo Exhibition, EM Studio Gallery, Amsterdam, NL
• 2022 – Beyond Borders, Miart Gallery, Mayfair London UK
• 2021 – International Arts and Antique Fair – Istanbul TR
• 2021 – Vernice Art Fair, Forli Fair – Forli IT
• 2021 – Error, Karl and Ein Art Gallery – Istanbul TR
• 2021 – Insomnia 3D Online exhibition, Luna Art Gallery, DIGITAL
• 2019 – Food and Art fusion – London UK
• 2018 – Chelsea art society 71st annual exhibition-London UK
• 2015 – “Dream Diary” Solo Exhibition- Pinelo Gallery, Istanbul TR
• 2014 – Ekspozite exhibition, touring exhibition
• 2014 – “One of us” Islik Art gallery, Istanbul TR
• 2010 – Young artists of New York City, Metropolitan Synagogue, NYC-USA
• 2007 – 4th annual juried exhibition, Bruce Gallery, USA
• 2007 – Obsessions and Dreams ,Bates gallery -USA
• 2007 – “The Oddyssey within” , Agora Gallery, Chelsea NYC-USA
• 2005 – Cymera- Erie Museum of Art exhibition, Erie, USA
Publications
2022-Luxury Splash of Art Magazine
2021-Haberturk Hayat
2015-Marie Claire
2015-Charm and Beauty
2014-Sky Life Magazine
2009-2010 Art Communication news
2007-2008 Artinfo, December14- January3
Chelsea News, “The odyssey within: An Exhibition of Fine Art from Greece and Italy, p.28.
Chelsea Clinton News, ArtWEEK, December 13,2007
Erie News, Arts and Entertainment, February 23, 2007
Edinboro News, Arts, February 22, 2007, p.5.
“Lines of Communication,” Shoptalk: A Journal of Artist Interviews, Vol. 3, Spring 2006, p. 68.
STATEMENT
My earlier works were themed around my own dreamscapes, which were reflections of my personal emotions and how I perceived the world around me. My biggest inspiration came from my heritage and culture through a personal journey.
”Ancient Memories” series describes the second chapter of the journey during which I share my experiences through the lens of our ancestors, who showed us how to connect with one another. As a result, I chose Ancient Temples to be the bridge between our heritage and future generations on enlightenment and finding our path in life to prosper in harmony. The series represents birth, growth, and maturity of consciousness; starting off from a personal level all the way up to embracing the uniqueness of individuals forming a singular conscience.
Göbeklitepe, Stonehenge, and Karahan Tepe are the primary inspirations for the series, as I connect my personal journey with our common heritage. All ancient temples serve the same purpose for humanity. They should be treated and perceived as connected regardless of their location or timeline. If you look up to the sky and see how these temples align with the stars that guide us to enlightenment, you will embrace all humanity as one.
We are the reflections of our ancestors on Earth…
