Artist Statement:

“ I like to record my memories, clinging to a time and space, I observe myself and everything else change. While I am recording; literature, poetry, and everyday objects become my fuel and inspiration to create this multi media work. My background as an architect also lends  an element of structure to my creative process. I am primarily a printmaker, but often find myself delving into other mediums to communicate my story. ” 
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I am originally from Istanbul, Turkiye and  I have been living in Seattle for over 20 years with my husband and two boys.
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Education:
Master of Architecture
The University of Arizona August 1998
Bachelor of Architecture with minor in Art
The University of Arizona May 1997
Bachelor of Architecture
Istanbul Technical University June 1991
Pratt Fine Art Printmaking Classes 2010-2011

I am one of the resident artists of Studio 103 at TK Building, Pioneer Square Seattle since 2013.
I also have been volunteering at MIVAL ( Mercer Island Visual Arts League) and curating some of the MIVAL venues on Mercer Island.
I am one of the steering committee members of International Children's Friendship Festival( also known as ICFF) and serving  as the creative director over 10 years.
I am also an amateur mandolin player.

contact: zeynep_alev@hotmail.com