Saturday was a day dedicated to art appreciation. We explored the graffiti exhibit at the Pera Museum with artists from all over the world and visited the Artisan Fair with craftsman from all over Turkey demonstrating their trade. Much of the graffiti movement and art stemmed from areas such as the Bronx in New York and L.A. There was also an exhibit highlighting the beginnings of skateboarding, some of the photos included my childhood roots- Del Mar, CA, as well as other beginnings of skateparks along the coastline.
Aleah and I seemed to enjoy the Artisan Fair the most as we tried to decide which artist to support by purchasing their wares. Sadly, many of the trades are dying off in Turkey as the younger generations are hesitant to pursue the same career path. The sustained time and simplicity with the trade is what impressed me the most. The Turkish delight bowl I purchased took the artist 8 days to make. Starting with a hand-molded copper base, followed by a fine razor he used to etch the pattern and then he poured a silver coating on the outside followed by an oxidation process to seal in the design. Aleah bought a "secret" box with a hidden key all handmade from mother of pearl and carved wood. Of course, we both wanted to support every vendor, but finally settled on our one of a kind gems.
Aleah and I seemed to enjoy the Artisan Fair the most as we tried to decide which artist to support by purchasing their wares. Sadly, many of the trades are dying off in Turkey as the younger generations are hesitant to pursue the same career path. The sustained time and simplicity with the trade is what impressed me the most. The Turkish delight bowl I purchased took the artist 8 days to make. Starting with a hand-molded copper base, followed by a fine razor he used to etch the pattern and then he poured a silver coating on the outside followed by an oxidation process to seal in the design. Aleah bought a "secret" box with a hidden key all handmade from mother of pearl and carved wood. Of course, we both wanted to support every vendor, but finally settled on our one of a kind gems.