Nothing Surprising by Ali Taptik (April 22, 2010) 
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Introduction by Sinem Yoruk
In a world full of codes, there is a real sense of need to somehow connect to something, anything, in this somewhat cold, mechanical, digitalized place that we live in. We ignore our relationship to nature, take it for granted and feel lost when cut off from it. Though nature, in merciless ways reminds us, not to push boundaries. Even with the least threat it may impose, we could all be grounded in Europe for hours, days and even weeks with just the tip of a volcano. We seem to loose touch with our inner selves and struggle to engage with others. Yet, we are desperate to find a connection between ourselves and others, to bond through similar backgrounds, memories and ideology. In my selection of young artists, we can feel the engagement of everyday life thoroughly, whether it be the effects of the financial crisis, social restraint or dependency on technological evolution. The shared vision of these artists is based on the actual impact of these issues on our lives.
This week is curated by Sinem Yoruk, the director and owner of Elipsis Gallery, she is a specialist in contemporary photography, photographic and fine art printing.
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Our poll "A photo essay always needs a great written story" closed. 267 people voted, 28% agrees, 72% disagrees. 233 people answered our follow-up question "Are you a photographer?" 82% indicated they are, 18% said no. Initially, negative answers to question #1 were almost 100% as was the pecentage of photographers among respondants. Then, when the level of non-photographers started to rise, the percentage of people indicating good text is always essential started to rise too. This seems to indicate that non-photographers think that adding good text to your photo essays is essential. In my opinion: if you want non-photographers to dig your work, you know what to do...
This series is the second volume of a trilogy whose main aim is to draw a map of public life through autobiographical scenes and which started with Kaza ve Kader (Accident and Destiny).
The economical crisis hit Istanbul at a time when the country was dealing with its common crises.
There is Nothing Surprising in these pictures. From streets of suburbs afraid to be torn down for the sake of redevelopment to drunken nights at common bars.
From the aftermath of the flood that killed eleven people, to bedrooms of Istanbulites, this series is a narrative about the present time in Istanbul.
It is a gaze at that which is ‘common,’ hoping to find traces of stories that create and re-create this place.
Ali Taptik (1983) lives and works in Istanbul, Turkey.
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