Black and white photo of a man with short dark hair and a serious expression, wearing a scarf and jacket, standing outdoors with crisscrossing tree branches in the foreground and a blurred wooden fence or wall in the background.

Outlanders

I am photographer and currently continuing this photography project that I started in 2017. Karma works, I cross paths with other strangers and I record it via camera. It's like a diary.

Person holding a pineapple with a beige hoodie and a dark jacket, dark background.
Black and white close-up portrait of a woman with short curly hair, wearing a dark top and a chain necklace, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.
Black-and-white portrait of a person with short, curly hair, wearing a chunky chain necklace, with a serious expression and intense gaze, standing in a dimly lit room.
A black and white photo of a young man with curly hair, looking into a mirror, with a cigarette in his mouth and wearing earphones.
A shirtless man with tattoos, facial hair, and earrings, looking upwards with his tongue out in a black-and-white photo.
Person with tattoos holding a flowerpot with wilted flowers in front of their face, blocking their face from view, in a black and white photo.
Close-up portrait of a man with dark hair, a nose ring, and facial hair, with a beige zipper running across his forehead and chin, set against a dark red background.
A man holding a book titled "holy" and a sandwich, standing against a red curtain background.
Back view of a person with short curly hair wearing a dark shirt, with their head bent forward.

In a world that's constantly moving and changing, it's easy to feel like a stranger to yourself and those around you. It's a feeling that many of us experience at some point in our lives, and it can be a difficult and lonely experience.

Moments of loneliness and isolation. People apparently cut off from the world around them. But at the same time, the connection points show that we are a part of the world and the people around us, even in our moments of disconnection.

A black-and-white portrait of a man with long hair and a beard, covering part of his face with his hand, one eye partly visible.
Back of a person with dark hair styled in a bun, wearing a large chain necklace and a shirt.
A black and white photo of a man's face pressed against glass, with a lit cigarette in his mouth and water dripping from his nose.
A shirtless person with tattoos on their chest and arms performing a handstand with their head inside a square speaker, and their legs crossed at the ankles, wearing jeans and athletic shoes, against a dark background.
A shirtless young man with tattoos jump-roping in front of a black backdrop.
A young man with a tattoo on his shoulder is peering through white curtains, looking thoughtfully into the distance in a black-and-white photograph.
A shirtless young man with tattoos covering his chest and arms, wearing dark jeans, covers his face with his left hand, which displays a watch, against a dark background.
Black and white photo of a man with curly hair and a beard, touching his face with his hand, with a double exposure creating an abstract effect. There is a number 2 visible on the wall beside him.

In the course of time, "outlanders", which I started with the aim of attracting people in the geography I live in (at least the society in front of us has difficulty accepting); Although it is divided into many sub-projects such as ‘’BOY'', ‘’Graffiti in Bosphorus'' and ‘’A,N.O.N.Y.M.'', I enjoy producing works based on the concept of ''other''.

A person spray painting a colorful design on a large vehicle, possibly a bus or truck, during dusk or early evening.
A person wearing a beanie and face covering, giving a thumbs up while sitting on a bench, with a blurred background and a reflection on a glass surface.
A person wearing a black mask and dark clothing standing beside a train or bus with graffiti on it on a railway track during nighttime, with city buildings and power lines in the background.

It's a message that's particularly relevant in today's fast-paced world, where we are constantly bombarded with information and distractions.

We can easily lose sight of who we are and what we want in life.

Two masked men crouching against a wall at night, one on a phone, the other with a raised fist, beside a person lying on the ground, all wearing dark clothing, in a gritty urban setting.

But the project reminds us that we are not alone in our feelings of disconnection. We all experience moments of uncertainty and confusion, and it's okay to take the time to explore those feelings and find our way back to ourselves.

Person wearing a black jacket and cap writing graffiti on a glass window with white spray paint at night.

In a society that often values ​​productivity and success above all else, it's easy to forget the importance of introspection and self-discovery. But we must remember strongly that these things are essential to our well-being and happiness.

Black and white portrait of a woman with dark hair and striking eye, half of her face visible, with the other side obscured by a blurred surface.
Black and white photo of narrow city alley between tall, historic buildings with ornate architectural details.
Black and white photo of a multi-story building with ornate architecture, featuring decorative moldings and rounded balconies with wrought iron railings.

It's okay to take a step back from the chaos of the world and focus on ourselves for a while.

Close-up of a person's face with platinum blonde hair, partially obscured, in black and white.
Black and white photo of a woman wearing a cap with a reflection of her face on a glass surface.
A collage of black and white photographs of women with the text "A.N.O.N.Y.M." written in red in the center.
Black and white photo of a woman with glasses, holding a phone in front of her face, partially covering her hand.
A hand and forearm in black lace sleeve holding a black rose up against a light-colored background with faint line patterns.

Ultimately, it is a testament to the power of art to capture the complexities of the human experience. When I started "Outlanders", I dreamed of a visual narrative addressing the universal struggle of being a stranger to oneself and the world, with photographs. It was a message that resonated with all of us and that we could all take seriously as we made our way through this world.

Construction worker operating machinery inside a building under construction, viewed from below.

I hope to shed light on the importance of self discovery and connection through the project. I want to encourage people to take the time to explore their inner selves and find a sense of belonging to the world. From my perspective, I explore the concept of being a stranger to myself and the world, as well as the emotions that come with it.

Abstract artwork featuring a classical marble bust of a face with one eye missing, divided into geometric sections with black marble and reddish-orange backgrounds, a bronze sphere, vertical beige panels, and the Roman numeral IV.

‘‘IV’’ EP

A poster for an art exhibition titled 'Tušit Kruhy' featuring works by Ilhan Enes Kalkan, Alex Raj, Sudipa Roy, and Alla Silanteva, scheduled for December 16, 2023.
Black and white photo of a man with arms outstretched, head bowed, wearing a white t-shirt and dark pants, against a dark background.

Tušit Kruhy

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