It is a contemporary glass art piece that seamlessly merges historical and innovative elements. Drawing inspiration from antique goblets and the natural form of clouds, the design embodies the fusion of past craftsmanship with modern glassblowing techniques. The molten glass, flowing from these historical objects, symbolizes the continuation of tradition while embracing transformation. Through precise control of temperature and mold shaping, the piece captures intricate imprints, resulting in a striking visual representation of time, memory, and innovation.
Derya Geylani is a contemporary glass artist and a lecturer at Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Glass. Her practice involves combining narrative elements with glass as a medium, often addressing environmental and socio-political themes. Through a process that merges conceptual storytelling and material exploration, they create works that aim to engage audiences and encourage awareness. Her approach reflects an ongoing investigation into the relationship between form, content, and context in contemporary glass art.
Derya Geylani is a contemporary glass artist and a lecturer at Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Glass. Their artistic practice centers on the intersection of narrative and material, utilizing glass as a primary medium to explore environmental and socio-political issues. Geylani’s work is informed by a conceptual approach that integrates storytelling with material experimentation, resulting in pieces that invite critical engagement and foster awareness among viewers. Their ongoing inquiry into the dynamics between form, content, and context positions their practice within a broader discourse on contemporary glass art