Turkey’s first artificial intelligence-supported solo exhibition: “KHAKHANE” (HAHANE)

Duende Art Gallery, one of Turkey’s leading art venues, is preparing to host Stefan Ragimov’s first solo AI photo exhibition in Turkey, titled “Khakhane” (HAHANE).

Being the first AI-supported solo exhibition in Turkey, the exhibition will meet art enthusiasts on July 21st under the curation of Emine Özkarslıoğlu. The exhibition aims to provide viewers with a captivating visual experience by combining Stefan Ragimov’s artistic talent with the boundless potential of artificial intelligence.

The “Khakhane” exhibition will present a visual experience of the reflections of political and economic decisions in Iranian history on society. In addition to AI-supported photographs, the exhibition will also feature the artist’s original photographs.

The “Khakhane” exhibition, which brings together Stefan Ragimov’s photography and the power of artificial intelligence, will take art enthusiasts on a fascinating journey at Duende Art Gallery.

In the venue hosted by Duende Art Gallery, the decor created under the leadership of Emine Özkarslıoğlu, along with Stefan Ragimov’s unique art, aims to create a whole new atmosphere and open the doors to a new vision for viewers. The VIP opening of the exhibition will take place on July 21st, Friday at 21:00, accompanied by a dance performance by Efe Baydar. All art enthusiasts can visit the exhibition at Duende Art Gallery until August 21st after the opening.

ARTIST STEFAN RAGIMOV BIOGRAPHY:

Barcelona-based photographer and visual artist Stefan Ragimov discovered his intense dedication to the beauty of art at an early age. Born in Baku, USSR, Ragimov grew up between Moscow and Istanbul, drawing inspiration from every detail offered by these historical and artistic cities. He completed his undergraduate studies at Budapest Metropolitan University, Faculty of Visual Arts. In 2012, Stefan’s focus shifted towards photography, especially with the advancement of digital technology and post-production techniques. While dividing his time between Melbourne, Budapest, and Buenos Aires, he experimented with various forms of visual art to express his ideas, desires, political stance, and areas of interest. Ragimov’s art is primarily focused on exploring themes such as identity, cultural taboos, sexuality, social/political unrest in the Middle East, and the former Soviet geography. His portfolio is filled with successful solo exhibitions and prestigious events such as Not Human Art Week. In 2022, his works were exhibited at Art Nordic 2022, the largest art fair in Northern Europe. Stefan Ragimov creates thought-provoking images that question societal norms by utilizing digital techniques and post-production skills to push the boundaries of artistic expression. While drawing from his own personal experiences, he transcends the confines of the patriarchal society in which he grew up by presenting powerful rebellious imagery.

CURATOR EMİNE ÖZKARSLIOĞLU

Duende Art Gallery ADDRESS: Fenerbahçe Mah. Itridede sok. No: 17/A Kızıltoprak, Istanbul