From the University Agenda

The works of famous Cartoonists Erdoğan Karayel and Hicabi Demirci were exhibited at IGU!

Under the leadership of Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) Art and Design Application and Research Center (SATMER), Gelisim Art Gallery hosted the cartoon exhibition of Erdogan Karayel and Hicabi Demirci on February 26, 2025. The exhibition, which consists of the works of two important names representing Turkish cartoon art in the international arena, attracted great attention by university students and art lovers.

Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin emphasized the importance that IGU attaches to art and said, "We value artistic innovation as much as social and technical sciences in order to reach contemporary civilizations. For this purpose, we have implemented our Art and Design Center within our university."


 
Faculty of Fine Arts faculty member Assoc. Prof. Nuri Sezer, who is the curator of the exhibition, gave information about the artistic careers of Karayel and Demirci.
 
The exhibition includes works of both artists from different periods. Erdoğan Karayel is known as the only Turkish artist to enter the Germany-based Daimler Art Collection, while Hicabi Demirci has a wide audience on social media and international platforms. Both artists use a strong language of expression on social issues in their works.


 


The exhibition, which reveals the artistic and social power of the cartoon with its works, offers visitors the opportunity to experience the original perspectives of the artists.