Can Maden is a Turkish contemporary artist, born in Istanbul in 1961. She works in mixed media — watercolour, ink, collage, and coffee grounds — around nature, memory, and human connection. Her work has been shown at Istanbul Modern and Pera Museum among others.

What kind of work does she make?

Mixed media on paper, mostly. Watercolour and ink form the base; collage, digital elements, coffee grounds, and plant extracts are layered over it. The recurring subject is the point where a form starts to dissolve — bodies, landscapes, and the space between dreaming and waking.

Some works are available, some are in collections, and some are not for sale. Email canmaden7@gmail.com with the title of the piece and the studio will tell you its status, size, and price. There is no online checkout — every sale is handled directly.

Do you take commissions?

Occasionally, and only when the subject genuinely fits the practice. Describe what you have in mind, where it will hang, and your timeframe. Expect a considered yes or no rather than a quick one.

Istanbul. Can Maden has worked in the city throughout her career and it remains the main source of the work's material and subject matter. Studio visits are by arrangement only.

Which exhibitions has the work been in?

Group shows including 'Akıştaki Formlar' at Istanbul Modern and '100 Years in the Light of the Republic' at Pera Museum, the solo exhibition 'Düşçü / Dreamer', and shows in Germany. The exhibitions page carries the complete record with dates and venues.

Is anything on right now?

When there is, a banner appears at the top of every page with the venue and closing date, and the exhibition is marked 'On now' in the timeline. If you see neither, nothing is currently open.

How do I propose an exhibition or request a loan?

Write with the institution, the dates, the curatorial premise, and which works you have in mind. Curatorial enquiries are answered first — they take longer to assess but they are the ones that get a real reply.

Where do I get high-resolution images?

The press kit has the artist portrait, a representative work, the short and long biography, and the correct spelling of every title. Anything beyond that, ask — the studio will send files for a specific piece.

Can I reproduce a work in a publication?

For editorial coverage of the work or an exhibition, usually yes — ask first, and credit as 'Can Maden, [Title], [Year]'. Commercial use, merchandise, and AI training are not permitted. Images on this site are not licensed for reuse by default.

Do you give interviews?

Yes, around exhibitions. Send the outlet, the format, the deadline, and roughly what you want to cover. Written questions by email are the easiest to accommodate.

What are 'studio updates'?

The bell in the header lists exhibitions and writing published since your last visit. It is worked out in your own browser from what is already on the site — nothing is tracked, and there is nothing to sign up for. Preferences lets you choose which types appear, or mute the counter entirely. Clearing your browser storage resets it.

Can I read the site in English?

Yes. Use the TR/EN switch in the header, or open Preferences to set it along with the theme. The choice is kept on your device. Turkish is the primary language, so a few exhibition texts stay in Turkish where a translation would flatten them.

What is the 3D gallery?

A walkable room hung with a selection of the work, for looking at pieces at something closer to their real scale. It needs WebGL and a reasonably recent device. Everything in it is also in the ordinary archive.

What data does this site collect?

Anonymised page analytics, and whatever you type into the contact form. Preferences and read state live in your browser, not on a server. There are no accounts and no advertising trackers.

Sergi arşivi

Sergiler

Kişisel ve karma sergiler, atölye kayıtları ve dönemsel sunumlar; kronolojik bir sanatçı dosyası olarak düzenlendi.

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Yeni Zaman / New Era

Haziran - Eylül 2025CaresseArt (Mine Art Gallery & Caresse Resort & Spa Bodrum), Bodrum / Muğla, Turkey

Mine Art Gallery ve Caresse Resort & Spa Bodrum'dan Çağdaş Sanata Ortak Bir Davet: 'Yeni Zaman / New Era' Sergisi. Türk Çağdaş Sanatı'nın köklü temsilcilerinden Mine Art Gallery ile Caresse Resort & Spa Bodrum'un sanata olan ortak sevgi ve bağlılıkla bir araya geldiği güçlü beraberlik.

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Akıştaki Formlar: Bedenin Anatomisi

Aralık 2024 - Şubat 2025Istanbul Modern, Istanbul, Turkey

Flowing Forms: Anatomy of the Body - A major group exhibition exploring the human body in contemporary Turkish art through mixed media compositions.

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Cumhuriyetin Işığında 100 Yıl

Eylül - Kasım 2023Pera Museum, Istanbul, Turkey

100 Years in the Light of the Republic - A centennial exhibition commemorating the Turkish Republic through contemporary art.

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Yansımalar ve Kırılmalar

Ağustos 2023Caresse Art (Mine Sanat), Istanbul, Turkey

Reflections and Fractures - Group exhibition exploring themes of reflection and fragmentation in contemporary art.

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Sanat ile Eğitime Destek Projesi

Nisan 2023SALT Galata, Istanbul, Turkey

Art Education Support Project - A benefit exhibition supporting art education initiatives in underprivileged communities.

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Artweeks Akaretler

Kasım 2022Mine Sanat Deneysel, Istanbul, Turkey

Annual art fair featuring contemporary Turkish artists in the historic Akaretler district.

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Düşçü/Dreamer

Ağustos 2022Mine Sanat Deneysel, Istanbul, Turkey

A breakthrough solo exhibition showcasing mature artistic style and thematic focus on dreamlike imagery, receiving critical acclaim in Turkish press.

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Bileşim

Aralık 2020 - Ocak 2021Mine Sanat Deneysel Arşivi, Istanbul, Turkey

Composition - Exhibition exploring interdisciplinary approaches in contemporary art.

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Arada Bir Bir Arada III

Mart 2016Ortaköy Cultural Center, Istanbul, Turkey

Together Once in a While III - Third iteration of a recurring exhibition series exploring collaboration and community in Turkish art.

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Nothing is Exceptional

Mayıs 2015Greuer & Breckner Art Gallery, Düsseldorf, Germany

Group exhibition featuring Turkish artists in Germany exploring themes of normalcy and exception, marking significant international recognition.

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Mekana Dair Site Specific

Nisan 2014Adahan Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Site-specific group exhibition featuring Cem Arslan, Nazan Azeri, Gül Ilgaz, Can Maden, and Pınar Yeşilada. Exhibition of works created in response to the historic Adahan Hotel building.

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On Landscape

Aralık 2012 - Ocak 2013Mine Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Curated by Serhat Kiraz, this exhibition explored contemporary approaches to landscape in Turkish art.

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On Women

Haziran 2012Mine Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Group exhibition exploring themes of femininity and women's experiences in contemporary art.

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8 Artists 8 Contemporaries

Ekim 2011Various Venues, Istanbul, Turkey

Group exhibition featuring eight contemporary Turkish artists: Nancy Atakan, Serhat Kiraz, Can Maden, Gül Ilgaz, Özgül Aslan, Neşe Çoğal, Raziye Kubat, and Seçkin Pirim.

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Artshow Fair

Mayıs 2009Beşiktaş Çağdaş (MKM Cultural Center), Istanbul, Turkey

Contemporary art fair featuring works by Mine Art Gallery artists.

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Solo Exhibition with Berna Erkün

Ocak - Şubat 2009Mine Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Collaborative exhibition featuring dialogues between two artists' approaches to landscape.

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Pogmahon Art Gallery Exhibition

Ekim 2008Pogmahon Art Gallery, Vienna, Austria

Group exhibition featuring international contemporary artists.

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Gallery Kent-İstanbul Group Show

Ekim 2008Gallery Kent, Istanbul, Turkey

Group show with the participation of Pogmahon Gallery, Vienna.

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Mine Art Gallery Group Show

Mayıs - Temmuz 2008Mine Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Group exhibition featuring contemporary Turkish artists.

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Cooperative

Mart 2003Kargart Contemporary Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Group exhibition exploring collaborative approaches in contemporary art.

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Today's Artists 18th Istanbul Show

Aralık 1997Atatürk Cultural Center, Istanbul, Turkey

18th Contemporary Istanbul Artists Exhibition featuring emerging and established artists.

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Today's Artists Exhibition

Kasım 1997Nelli Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

The same exhibition shown at Atatürk Cultural Center, presented at Nelli Art Gallery.

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Meeting in Art Workshop Exhibition

Eylül 1997Naval Museum Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Exhibition of works from the 'Meeting in Art' (Sanatta Buluşma I) International workshop.

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Meeting in Art I International Workshop

Temmuz 1997Art and Sculpture Museum Association, Istanbul, Turkey

International workshop bringing together artists for collaborative creation and exchange.

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III. Youth Action (Genç Etkinlik III)

Haziran 1997Various Venues, Istanbul, Turkey

Theme: Chaos - Painting on canvas. Youth-focused contemporary art exhibition.

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Art Colony Macedonia Exhibition

Ekim 1996Various Venues, Istanbul, Turkey

Exhibition of works from the International Workshop (Art Colony) in Kriva Palanka, Macedonia.

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II. Youth Action (Genç Etkinlik II)

Temmuz 1996Various Venues, Istanbul, Turkey

Theme: Territory-Deterritorialisation - Installation and video with İlhan Şen and Hüseyin Özinal.

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Art Colony International Workshop

Eylül 1995Kriva Palanka, Macedonia

International workshop and artist residency in Macedonia.

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Painting Exhibition with Berna Erkün and Noyan

Nisan 1991Library of Women's Publications and Information Center Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

Collaborative painting exhibition featuring three artists.

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Installation and Happening

Mayıs 1990Töbank Contemporary Art Gallery, Istanbul, Turkey

First recorded exhibition featuring installation and happening art with İlhan Şen and Hüseyin Özinal. Marked the beginning of Can Maden's professional artistic career.

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