About Yildiz

Yildiz holds a B.F.A. and M.F.A. from the Mimar Sinan University, Istanbul, Turkey (formerly State Academy of Fine Arts), an M.S. from Boston University, and a Certificate from the N.H. Institute of Art.

A Note From Yildiz

As a visual artist and a dancer, I find many connections between abstract painting and improvisational dance. Just as I let the music move me from within, I allow my artistic intuition to bring my brush to life.

I make art because I don’t know how to live without creating. The foundation of my art is connections. I aim to communicate the essence of a relationship or place with my visual language. In my art, ideas and expressions are more important than the materials. My goal is to transport the viewer to a place, person or moment in their life. 

I create abstract paintings with harmonious and brave colors. Using acrylic, mixed media, and collage material, I love exploring with unusual tools for surprising and delightful effects.  

My paintings go through three stages. I start by playing with colors and marks, following my intuition, allowing my technical knowledge only here and there. Then comes the 'ugly stage.' Nothing seems to be working, the colors and shapes struggle to be saved. It’s tempting to discard the work right here, but I always push through knowing the beauty I can create. This connection to my work brings me to the home stretch. 

I will never sign a piece until I’m completely connected with it. Once I am, you will be too.

Notable Exhibitions

Where Will I Take You? (Solo Show)
Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce
49 South Main Street, Concord, NH 03301

Mosesian Center for the Arts – 2024 Members Exhibit
321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
September 12 - November 1, 2024
Opening Reception: Thursday, September 12, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Invitational / Three Women Exhibit: Moving and Working Through
UVA's (Unbound Visual Arts) Overlook Gallery
175 Washington Street, Brighton, MA 02135
September 8 - October 13, 2024
Opening Reception: Sunday, September 15, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Permanent Impermanence
Dartmouth Cultural Center
404 Elm Street, South Dartmouth, MA 02746
August 16 - September 14, 2024

Newton Art Association Annual Awards Show
Newton Free Library
330 Homer Street, Newton, MA 02459
September 3 - 29, 2024
Opening Reception/Ceremonies: Thursday, September 12, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Awards & Recognition

Yildiz is an international award winner, her work is exhibited in solo and group shows, and collected both nationally and internationally. She is a member of both NAWA, National Association of Women Artists, and NAWA-MA, Massachusetts chapter, along with multiple other Art Associations.

See For Yourself

The works below are available in the gallery, by virtual viewing, and online.