Juggling Performance For Kids
As part of Zero Gathering, Özgür Kavurmacıoğlu from Kabile Circus Arts visited İstiklal Primary School in Bozcaada, bringing children together for a unique experience. During the event, he shared insights on what circus arts are, what kinds of objects are used, and the benefits of this artistic discipline.For the children, Özgür Kavurmacıoğlu performed a juggling and contact ball show, demonstrating the expressive power of circus arts. The performance emphasized that circus is not jus
Castle from Island Clay Workshop
As part of Re*Mind Art Research, we conducted a castle sculpture workshop with 2nd and 3rd-grade students from İstiklal Primary School, using Bozcaada’s natural clay.Held at Itırlı Bahçe and led by Saye Özçelik, the workshop began with an introduction to the structure and uses of clay, followed by a short hands-on practice session. The children then used their imagination to shape castles from clay, drawing inspiration from Bozcaada’s history and cultural landscape.This experience
Data-Driven Waste Management: Wastelog Talk
Data-DrIven Waste Management: Wastelog Talk Speakers: Okay Çelik, Ertuğ Sargut As part of Zero Gathering, we organized a discussion session to raise awareness about waste management and explore the role of digitalization in making the process more efficient. For this event, we hosted Okay Çelik and Ertuğ Sargut, co-founders of Waste Log. Held at Coffee […]
Bozcaada Maritime Culture Talks
Organized by Zero Movement, the Bozcaada Maritime Culture Discussion Session focused on the current state of Bozcaada’s marine ecosystem and the endangered coral reef species "Cladocora Caespitosa."Guided by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Barış Özalp, the session provided valuable insights into Bozcaada’s marine environment. The discussion emphasized the ecological role of "Cladocora Caespitosa" as a crucial part of the Mediterranean biodiversity, highlighting its importance and the urgent need for c
The Importance of Data and the Smart Island
As part of Zero Gathering, the discussion session "The Importance of Data and the Smart Island" was led by Prof. Dr. İbrahim Öztürkcan, an expert in data science. During the event, he explained the critical role of data in modern life and how it simplifies daily experiences through practical examples.The discussion explored how everyone contributes to data collection through their mobile devices and how this information is utilized across different fields. A particular focus was placed on t
LIVE PAINTING PERFORMANce
As part of Zero Gathering, Bozcaada-born artist Ali Johannes Ülker, who is based in Berlin, performed two live painting sessions to express his abstract journey within Bozcaada Castle through art. Both performances were held in public spaces, allowing the local community to witness the creative process.The first performance took place on the walls of Bozcaada Castle, where the artist created his works by exploring his inner connection with the historic structure.The second performance was h
Re*MInd ArtIst Talks SessIons
As part of Zero Gathering Discussion Sessions, Re*Mind Art Research Conversations were also included, bringing together artists conducting their creative and research-based artistic productions under the mentorship of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün.The Re*Mind Artist Talks Sessions focused on the dialogue between both host and guest artists and Bozcaada. These discussions explored how artists engaged with the island throughout their creative processes.During the Host Artists Session, ar
UnderstandIng Plastic Recycling: Awareness Dialogue
As part of Zero Gathering, three events were organized to raise awareness about plastic waste recycling and provide practical solutions. These sessions featured Niyazi Doğan Öncü, the founder of P-Lab, a plastic recycling workshop in Istanbul, and Can Görsev, the owner of Coffee Shelter in Bozcaada, who shared their experiences and insights on plastic waste transformation and its practical applications.The discussion session focused on highlighting the environmental challenges posed by pla
From Tradition to Future: Culinary Art and Culture
As part of Zero Gathering, the discussion session "From Tradition to Future: Culinary Art and Culture" was held under the moderation of Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün. The event featured a diverse panel of speakers, including TUNCA, who shared insights from his journey in building a gastronomic culture in Ayvalık, Hülya Koloğlu, Ümit Hamlacıbaşı, and Yahya Göztepe, who explored the past, present, and future of Bozcaada’s culinary heritage.The discussion focused on the cultural h
Exhibition Tour
As part of Zero Movement’s research-driven social impact initiative, the "Re*Mind Art Research" project and Exhibition Tour transformed Bozcaada’s public spaces into platforms for artistic expression, merging cultural heritage, art history, and local traditions into a unique artistic experience.Led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ebru Nalan Sülün, the exhibition tour provided a gathering space for local residents and artists, turning into an interactive dialogue on creative processes. Over the cours