From the early years of sketching on my father’s blueprint projects to exhibiting my works around the world, art has been a life force that has accompanied me through every step of my journey. Growing up in a home filled with classical art books and inspired by my late architect father, I was immersed in creativity from a young age. My first drawings were made on the leftover tracing papers he used, igniting a passion that would only grow stronger with time.

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I pursued my formal education in Communication, where I first discovered the world of illustration, but my desire to deepen my artistic knowledge led me to seek out various ateliers, mentors, and courses across different countries. One of the most influential experiences was at the prestigious Slade School of Art, where I had the freedom to experiment and expand my creative boundaries.

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My paintings and writings have received honorable mentions and have even been featured on the cover of a literary magazine—recognitions that affirm my belief in art’s ability to resonate beyond borders.

 

As a polyglot expat artist, I find my creativity fueled by the diverse cultures and environments I’ve encountered, each one adding a new layer to my artistic voice. 

Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of visiting some of the world’s most renowned museums, drawing inspiration from the timeless masterpieces that continue to shape my work.

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Although I primarily paint in oil, the medium itself is secondary to the emotion and expression I seek to communicate. For me, the act of painting is a profound experience—an exploration of life’s complexities, its beauty and its struggles. It is a never-ending curiosity that drives me, a desire to capture the intricacies of the world around me, and to translate those emotions onto canvas, wood, paper, or any surface.

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Art related Education / Ateliers /Communities

1994-98   Bachelor of Arts Istanbul Uni. / Communication (Graphic Design classes)

1994-96 Visual Arts Classes, Özhan Özdil, Istanbul University ÖKM

1999      Ceramics Course, Department of Archaeology, Istanbul University

2002     Ceramics Program, Uludağ University/ Iznik- not completed

2012      Oil Painting and Drawing Classes, Slade School of Fine Art, University College London

2012      Educational Art Workshops, The National Gallery, London

2018      Farbe im Prozess, Stephanie Baden, VHS/ Painting Atelier Hamburg

2018      Live Figure Drawing Sessions, 4bid Atelier, Amsterdam

2022      Deiner Meiner Atelier, Hamburg 2022-2024

2022      Drawing Mentorship Program, Marc Scheff (Smart School)

2022      Mentorship with Cynthia Sheppard – Illustrating the Emotional Narrative

2023      Mentorship with Donato Giancola – Narrative Integration Audit (Spring)

2023      Mentorship with Sam Weber – Signature Style Audit (Fall)

2024      Ideacraft Program – Illustration & Design, Sterling Hundley

​2024      Present | Member, Unleash Creativity Community (Marc Scheff)

2026      Present | Member, Tisch Academy

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Awards - Publications -Presentations -Interviews

1994-98 Theatre Poster Designs for Istanbul University ÖKM

2001      Third Prize, Traditional Young Talents Competition – Kültür Educational Inst.

2002      Solo Exhibition Istanbul/ Taksim

2008      Selected for publication in the TRT Short Story Competition Anthology; presented at the Frankfurt Book Fair

2020      Live Interview, TRT Radio National Broadcast – Artist's Background

2023     Solo Showcase Liberia Meister  San Daniele Italy (April)

2024      Landscape Certificate Award, Canada Global Painting Conclave (August)

2025       Hamburg Zeigt Kunst Exhibition, Germany (December)

2025       Special Recognition, Light Space & Time 15th Seascapes Art Exhibition (May)

2025       Cover Feature, Beyond Worlds Art & Literary Magazine, Issue 57 (May)

2025       Hamburg Zeigt Kunst Exhibition December '25  Germany

2025      Featured in The È-phemeros Project with the painting Helpless

2026      Vapur featured in County Lines Literary Magazine  2026 Issue

2026      Injured Heart featured in Tofu Ink Arts Press, Volume 8

​2026      Portrait in Pink featured in Novus Literary Arts Journal, Spring Edition

​2026      Tiny Black Moons and Injured Heart featured in Gulf Stream Magazine, Issue 38    2026     Solo Showcase, Buchhandlung und Antiquariat Lüders, Hamburg (June–July)

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Artist Statement

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I navigate the world through languages and landscapes, but I find the true essence of humanity in the spaces between them. As a polyglot and global citizen, my work is an exploration of a world without borders, religions, or divisions—a celebration of the universal pulse that connects us all.

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My practice spans the tangible and the imagined. From the delicate, organic language of Florals to the fluid, ever-shifting horizons of my Seascapes, I document the beauty of our shared Earth. Through my Portraits, I seek the 'un-bordered' soul, stripping away labels to reveal our common humanity.

Finally, my Fantasy and Speculative works are an invitation to dream forward. By merging classical oil techniques with the iconography of the future, I challenge the viewer to look beyond today’s limitations. To me, art is the ultimate frontier—a place where we can push the boundaries of the possible and envision a future built on wonder, exploration, and the infinite potential of the human spirit.

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Impressum : USt-IdNr: DE436380355

Contact: basakdevrimandreutti@gmail.com

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