Coplu, Nature of Love - Colors
“Fly to Love” is a series of new paintings and sculptures by artist Coplu. Being a self-taught artist, Coplu developed his own style and uniqueness by expressing his free soul and mind. His works are widely showcased with exhibitions throughout Europe, North America and Japan.
In the latest series, the artist combines butterflies, love and dream in the same symbolism. The artworks are inspired by an episode that almost left him blind. After a series of eye operations, he could not read, watch, paint, or even sit upright. He could only talk to his wife, who encouraged him to imagine himself as a butterfly, and to undergo a metamorphosis.
The theme of the artworks reminds audiences the importance of being unconditionally loved, be it by our spouses, children, friends or neighbours, which is something we often take for granted. It is precious and the richest and most transcendent feeling of all.
Born in the Turkish town of Ushak, Coplu’s journey as an artist began when his mother, a weaver, taught him about figures, meanings of patterns and the deep, emotional effectiveness of colours. Coplu himself deploys three strong elements in his paintings: colour, humour and technique. Being raised against a backdrop of cultural diversities, the artist is deeply moved by different feelings and levels of expression, which he represents with colour. Humour is a key component as well, as the artist sees the funny side of things, which is his conviction that it is an effective way to open minds and raise consciousness.
Opening Reception: 24 May 2017, Wednesday, 7pm
Venue: Ode To Art Raffles City, 252 North Bridge Road, #01- 36E/F Raffles City Shopping Center, Singapore 179103
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm (Monday-Sunday)
When: 23 May - 22 Jun 2017,
By: Ode To Art
