Born on August 28, 1985, in Istanbul, Toprak Bek is a painter whose artistic journey blends depth, emotion, and form. He earned his Master’s degree in Painting from Yeditepe University’s Institute of Social Sciences, Faculty of Plastic Arts (2012–2017). Before that, he completed his Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design at Yeditepe University, Faculty of Plastic Arts (2006–2012).
Exploring existential themes and the inner landscape of the human experience, his work reflects a continuous dialogue between being and perception — a visual meditation on self-awareness, emotion, and transformation. He lives and works in Istanbul, where he continues to develop his distinctive artistic language through ongoing experimentation and introspection.
Solo Exhibition
- 2018 — Galeri Bu: “Missing Child Murders”
Group Exhibitions
- 2021 — Cernmodern: “Confrontation”
- 2021 — Pera Müzesi: “Confrontation”
- 2018 — Harup: Pop-up Exhibition on Queer Arts and Freedom of Expression in Turkey at Social Tables, Washington DC
- 2017 — Harup: “The Walking”
- 2017 — Galeri Eksen: “Pascal’s Game”
- 2016 — International Istanbul Book Fair
- 2016 — Galeri Bu: “Pan Echo”
- 2015 — Ekavart Gallery
- 2015 — Mamut Art Project
- 2015 — Halka Art Gallery: “Confess You’re Afraid!”
- 2013 — Istanbul Chamber of Commerce
- 2013 — ART 350: Group Design Exhibition
- 2012 — Mixer Art Gallery
- 2012 — Nazım Hikmet Cultural Center
Competitions
- 2015 — Mamut Art Project: “Young Artists”
- 2010 — Crazy Fashion Day T-Shirt Design Competition: 2nd Prize
