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Merve Şanlı, an architect-turned-curator in Istanbul, leads Sofar Istanbul, focusing on supporting independent artists. She emphasises the importance of community, creativity, and meaningful experiences in the city’s vibrant music scene. more ›
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Michelangelo Fratianni, a photographer from Bologna, Italy, reflects on his journey influenced by Rome’s culture. He emphasizes the significance of community in filmmaking and his artistic growth through social media archives. more ›
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Soukaina, a multidisciplinary artist from Morocco, explores personal themes of identity, femininity, and mental health through textile arts, photography, and mixed media, merging ancestral craft with contemporary expression. more ›
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Duygu, an Istanbul-based consultant and ethnomusicologist, emphasizes music’s role in challenging stereotypes while advocating for authentic representation in the industry, fostering cultural exchange and multidisciplinary collaboration. more ›
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Tashattot, a socio-cultural collective founded in 2022 in Belgium, unites displaced SWANA artists to foster collaboration and visibility through exhibitions, residencies, and workshops, addressing challenges of isolation and migration. more ›
