“Best installation”
Winner: Furkan Aydin – “The Wings”

Criteria:
  • Conceptual Depth: The installation’s ability to convey a profound and engaging message or concept.
  • Use of Space: How effectively the installation interacts with and utilizes the surrounding space.
  • Originality: The uniqueness of the concept and the original use of materials.
  • Audience Impact: The emotional or intellectual response elicited from viewers.
  • Technical Execution: The craftsmanship and technical skills demonstrated in the creation of the installation.
"Best Photo Series"
Winners:
  • I Prize: Bora Dagal
  • II Prize: Furkan Düzgün
  • III Prize: Nurbahar Kiran
Criteria:
  • Cohesion: How well the series communicates a unified theme or story.
  • Visual Impact: The aesthetic appeal and composition of the photographs.
  • Technical Proficiency: Mastery of photographic techniques and use of light.
  • Originality: Freshness of perspective and uniqueness of subject matter.
  • Emotional Depth: The ability of the series to evoke emotions or provoke thought.
"Best Painting"
Winners:
  • I Prize: Sanem Özdemir — ‘Tribute to Munch'
  • II Prize: Olya Getman — ‘Linkage'
  • III Prize: Artemis Haldeev — "kafamda bir tuhaflık"
Criteria:
  • Artistic Expression: The painter’s ability to convey emotion or ideas through their work.
  • Technique: Mastery of painting techniques and use of color.
  • Innovation: Novel approaches in style, technique, or subject matter.
  • Composition: The arrangement of elements within the painting to create a harmonious whole.
  • Impact: The overall effect of the painting on the viewer, including its ability to engage and hold attention.
Best Mixed Media Series"
(Drawing, Collage)
Winners:
  • I Prize: Dilan Özdemir — '1, 2, 3'
  • II Prize: Aslan Tsallatti — "Imprints"
  • III Prize: Sergey Malamen
Criteria:
  • Creativity: The originality and inventiveness of the mixed media series.
  • Composition: The arrangement of different elements to create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing body of work.
  • Message: The ability of the series to communicate a clear and impactful message or narrative.
  • Technical Skill: Proficiency in both drawing and collage techniques, showcasing seamless integration of various elements.
  • Emotional Resonance: The capacity to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
"Best Theater Performance"
Winner: Alican Öztürk — ‘Ring The Ding'
Criteria:
  • Performance Quality: The skill and talent displayed by the performers.
  • Direction: The vision and execution of the director in bringing the performance to life.
  • Audience Engagement: The performance’s ability to captivate and engage the audience.
  • Innovation: Originality in concept, staging, and execution.
  • Emotional Impact: The power of the performance to evoke feelings and leave a lasting impression.
"Best Musical Performance"
Winners: Erdem Ersoy and Arda Orem
Criteria:
  • Musicality: Mastery in musical performance, including technical skill and expressiveness.
  • Originality: Uniqueness in musical style, composition, or interpretation.
  • Audience Response: The performance’s ability to resonate with and captivate the audience.
  • Cohesiveness: The synergy and harmony between performers, if applicable.
  • Stage Presence: The performers' ability to command the stage and engage with the audience.
Special Category: "Best Workshop"
Winners:
  • I Prize: Kristina Baeva — (NESHKOLA — contact improvisation workshop)
  • II Prize: Olya Prodan — ("Letter in separation")
  • III Prize: Lera Dergunova — ("Knitting session")
Criteria:
  • Educational Value: The workshop’s effectiveness in teaching new skills or concepts.
  • Participant Engagement: The level of interaction and engagement from participants.
  • Innovation in Content: Fresh and unique approaches in workshop material and presentation.
  • Practical Application: The usefulness and applicability of the skills or knowledge imparted.
  • Overall Experience: The enjoyment, inspiration, and value gained by participants.
Prizes
Join us in celebrating the exceptional talents displayed at the International EV Exhibition in July, 2023. Our esteemed panel of jurors has carefully selected winners from a diverse array of submissions, each demonstrating unique artistic vision and mastery. Discover the inspiration and criteria behind each award.
Juries
Serkan Incu (Izmir, Türkiye)

  • Editor in Chief of "Lokall Online"
  • Performance artist and founder of the contemporary art magazine "Lokall Online"
Umber Panezai (London, UK)

  • Painter and textile artist
  • Graduated from the Royal College of Art London, MA Textiles specializing in weave
  • BA hons in textiles from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design
Anna Kirstine Linke (Berlin, Germany)

  • Author, Director, Performer, Bodyworker
  • Philosophy-Arts-Media, Universität Hildesheim, graduation about acting & embodiment
  • More than 10 years of interdisciplinary performance experience
Ozge Cone (London, UK)

  • Photoartist
  • MA Painting — Isik University Graduate School of Social Sciences
  • Photography — Salzburg International Summer Academy of Fine Arts
  • BA Visual Arts — Isik University Faculty Of Fine Arts
  • Participant in photo exhibitions in Japan, Turkey, the UK, and Austria
Oskar Czapiewski (Warsaw, Poland/Istanbul, Türkiye)

  • Art critic
  • Lecturer in Istanbul Üniversitesi
  • Cultural worker for "Kultura u podstaw"
  • Author of a dozen articles for art journals
Jurate Schunyavichute (Paris, France)

  • Collage and video artist
  • Founder of the "TELOREMA' project, producing video art and collages
  • Participated in numerous international exhibitions
Jenya Stashkov (London, UK)

  • Artist, independent curator and correspondent at the No Name Collective Gallery London
Prizes
Join us in celebrating the exceptional talents displayed at the International EV Exhibition in July, 2023. Our esteemed panel of jurors has carefully selected winners from a diverse array of submissions, each demonstrating unique artistic vision and mastery. Discover the inspiration and criteria behind each award.
“Best installation”
Winner: Furkan Aydin — "The Wings"
Criteria:
  • Conceptual Depth: The installation’s ability to convey a profound and engaging message or concept.
  • Use of Space: How effectively the installation interacts with and utilizes the surrounding space.
  • Originality: The uniqueness of the concept and the original use of materials.
  • Audience Impact: The emotional or intellectual response elicited from viewers.
  • Technical Execution: The craftsmanship and technical skills demonstrated in the creation of the installation.
"Best Photo Series"
Winners:
I Prize: Bora Dagal
II Prize: Furkan Düzgün
III Prize: Nurbahar Kiran
Criteria:
  • Cohesion: How well the series communicates a unified theme or story.
  • Visual Impact: The aesthetic appeal and composition of the photographs.
  • Technical Proficiency: Mastery of photographic techniques and use of light.
  • Originality: Freshness of perspective and uniqueness of subject matter.
  • Emotional Depth: The ability of the series to evoke emotions or provoke thought.
"Best Painting"
Winners:
I Prize: Sanem Özdemir — ‘Tribute to Munch'
II Prize: Olya Getman — ‘Linkage'
III Prize: Artemis Haldeev — "kafamda bir tuhaflık"
Criteria:
  • Artistic Expression: The painter’s ability to convey emotion or ideas through their work.
  • Technique: Mastery of painting techniques and use of color.
  • Innovation: Novel approaches in style, technique, or subject matter.
  • Composition: The arrangement of elements within the painting to create a harmonious whole.
  • Impact: The overall effect of the painting on the viewer, including its ability to engage and hold attention.
"Best Mixed Media Series" (Drawing, Collage)
Winners:
I Prize: Dilan Özdemir — ‘1, 2, 3'
II Prize: Aslan Tsallatti — "Imprints"
III Prize: Sergey Malamen
Criteria:
  • Creativity: The originality and inventiveness of the mixed media series.
  • Composition: The arrangement of different elements to create a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing body of work.
  • Message: The ability of the series to communicate a clear and impactful message or narrative.
  • Technical Skill: Proficiency in both drawing and collage techniques, showcasing seamless integration of various elements.
  • Emotional Resonance: The capacity to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
"Best Theater Performance"
Winner: Alican Öztürk — ‘Ring The Ding'
Criteria:
  • Performance Quality: The skill and talent displayed by the performers.
  • Direction: The vision and execution of the director in bringing the performance to life.
  • Audience Engagement: The performance’s ability to captivate and engage the audience.
  • Innovation: Originality in concept, staging, and execution.
  • Emotional Impact: The power of the performance to evoke feelings and leave a lasting impression.
"Best Musical Performance"
Winners: Erdem Ersoy and Arda Orem
Criteria:
  • Musicality: Mastery in musical performance, including technical skill and expressiveness.
  • Originality: Uniqueness in musical style, composition, or interpretation.
  • Audience Response: The performance’s ability to resonate with and captivate the audience.
  • Cohesiveness: The synergy and harmony between performers, if applicable.
  • Stage Presence: The performers' ability to command the stage and engage with the audience.
Special Category: "Best Workshop"
Winners:
I Prize: Kristina Baeva — (NESHKOLA — contact improvisation workshop)
II Prize: Olya Prodan — ("Letter in separation")
III Prize: Lera Dergunova — ("Knitting session")
Criteria:
  • Educational Value: The workshop’s effectiveness in teaching new skills or concepts.
  • Participant Engagement: The level of interaction and engagement from participants.
  • Innovation in Content: Fresh and unique approaches in workshop material and presentation.
  • Practical Application: The usefulness and applicability of the skills or knowledge imparted.
  • Overall Experience: The enjoyment, inspiration, and value gained by participants.
Juries
Serkan Incu (Izmir, Türkiye)

  • Editor in Chief of "Lokall Online"
  • Performance artist and founder of the contemporary art magazine "Lokall Online"
Umber Panezai (London, UK)

  • Painter and textile artist
  • Graduated from the Royal College of Art London, MA Textiles specializing in weave
  • BA hons in textiles from Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design
Anna Kirstine Linke (Berlin, Germany)

  • Author, Director, Performer, Bodyworker
  • Philosophy-Arts-Media, Universität Hildesheim, graduation about acting & embodiment
  • More than 10 years of interdisciplinary performance experience
Ozge Cone (London, UK)

  • Photoartist
  • MA Painting — Isik University Graduate School of Social Sciences
  • Photography — Salzburg International Summer Academy of Fine Arts
  • BA Visual Arts — Isik University Faculty Of Fine Arts
  • Participant in photo exhibitions in Japan, Turkey, the UK, and Austria
Oskar Czapiewski (Warsaw, Poland/Istanbul, Türkiye)

  • Art critic
  • Lecturer in Istanbul Üniversitesi
  • Cultural worker for "Kultura u podstaw"
  • Author of a dozen articles for art journals
Jurate Schunyavichute (Paris, France)

  • Collage and video artist
  • Founder of the "TELOREMA' project, producing video art and collages
  • Participated in numerous international exhibitions
Jenya Stashkov (London, UK)

  • Artist, independent curator and correspondent at the No Name Collective Gallery London