“I Am Me” Exhibition Meets Art Lovers at BonVivant in Alsancak!

In its 22nd exhibition, BonVivant presents Yücel Kale’s new works on nature and spiritual themes.

BonVivant, Izmir’s art and culture center, hosts unique examples of sculpture art with Yücel Kale’s exhibition “I Am Me”, which opened on November 18, 2024. This exhibition presents the artist’s new works that blend nature and the spiritual world with his surrealist approach.

Nature and spiritual depth in “I Am Me”
In this exhibition, Yücel Kale carries the spiritual power of nature to his works while maintaining his surrealist style. His masterful use of materials such as glass, wood, amethyst, plexiglass and opal obsidian brings together symbols of nature and mythological elements. The artist’s “I Am Me” exhibition aims to offer viewers not only a visual but also an emotional experience.

“Gazel”, one of the prominent works in the exhibition, bears the name of one of the elegant genres of Turkish literature. Designed in the form of a gazelle, this sculpture comes to life with the combination of wood and precious stones. Enriched with the play of light from materials such as quartz, the work reflects the pure beauty of nature and Kale’s artistic depth.

“BonVivant The meeting point of art and culture!
This exhibition, organized at BonVivant’s venue in Alsancak, offers a unique experience for art lovers. BonVivant has taken an important place in Izmir’s culture and arts life by hosting 21 exhibitions and 44 artists. Founder Perihan İnci stated that they are happy to host these unique examples of sculpture art meeting nature and the spiritual world with the exhibition “I Am Me”.

After graduating from Mimar Sinan University Sculpture Department in 2000, Yücel Kale has achieved international success by exhibiting his works in countries such as America, Italy, France and Japan. While the artist aims to capture a spiritual depth in his works, he aims to establish a strong bond with the audience.