International Poster Exhibition in Turkey

International Poster Exhibition Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Piet Mondrian & Wassily Kandinsky.

The Visual Communication Design Department at İzmir Katip Çelebi University, Faculty of Art and Design, proudly invites artists to participate in an international poster exhibition marking the 80th anniversary of the passing of two pioneering figures of modern art: Piet Mondrian and Wassily Kandinsky. Artists worldwide are encouraged to submit original works that reflect the essence and innovation inspired by Mondrian and Kandinsky. Selected posters will be showcased in a public exhibition at the İKÇÜ Art Gallery on 24-31 December 2024.

 

Piet Mondrian, renowned for his pioneering contributions to abstraction and his development of the De Stijl movement, redefined the boundaries of art with his commitment to simplicity and harmony through geometry and primary colours. Wassily Kandinsky, often considered the father of abstract art, transformed visual language by believing that colour and form could express profound emotions  independent of representational context. Though distinct in their approaches, Piet Mondrian and Wassily Kandinsky shared a profound commitment to abstract expression that transcended the representational confines of their time. Mondrian's exploration of balance and order through the interplay of geometric forms and primary colours resonated with an ideal of universal harmony. In parallel, Kandinsky's vibrant compositions harnessed colour and shape to evoke emotion and spirituality, pushing the boundaries of abstraction to communicate beyond the visible. Both artists believed art could reflect deeper realities, connecting the visual experience to an emotional and philosophical core. While their works differed in execution, they shared a commitment to exploring how form, color, and composition could create a transcendent experience.

 

Guidelines for Submissions:

We invite artists to contribute works that encapsulate the shared essence of Mondrian and Kandinsky's approach—the synthesis of geometric precision and emotional resonance. The exhibition seeks posters that channel their distinctive yet complementary styles, emphasizing abstraction, bold use of colour, and innovative forms that evoke meaning beyond the literal. This unique exhibition celebrates the timeless legacies of Mondrian and Kandinsky, highlighting the transformative power of abstract art and its impact on modern visual communication. Participating artists can pay homage to these masters and contribute to an international dialogue honouring their artistic philosophies and achievements.

 

Submission Requirements:

1—Exhibition Theme "Abstract Beyond Boundaries".

2—Participation in the exhibition with a maximum of 2 works can be made.

3—The poster design included in the exhibition should be 50x70 cm.

4-The work to be available should be sent in CMYK colour mode, 300 DPI resolution, and JPEG format. Poster studies should be designed vertically. 

5—The poster design to be sent to the mixed exhibition must not have been exhibited before and must not have been published in a digital environment. 

6—Poster designs for the exhibition shall be deemed to have declared and undertaken that the poster belongs to them.

7—Participation in the exhibition is free.

8—Digital copies of the works participating in the exhibition should be sent to the stf@ikcu.edu.tr email address with the exhibition participation information (Name, Surname, Institution, E-mail, Work Name).

9—The deadline is December 20, 2024.

 

Join us in celebrating the 80th anniversary of these artistic visionaries by showcasing your interpretation and appreciation through poster design.