Gülcan Ulu preserves traditional ebru art in Izmir

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Gülcan Ulu, a painting teacher based in Izmir, is working to preserve the traditional art of ebru by teaching new generations through a modern approach. Recognized by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism as a Bearer of Intangible Cultural Heritage, Ulu operates a workshop in Çiğli where she provides instruction to students.

Ulu began her specialized training in Istanbul in 2015, spending five years mastering the craft before receiving her certification in 2020. Her curriculum begins with 'battal ebru' and progresses to more complex floral patterns. She describes the art form as a discipline that integrates both chemistry and mathematics, noting that every piece produced is unique.

Currently teaching 10 students, Ulu emphasizes that the art is suitable for all ages, from 7 to 70, provided the practitioner possesses patience and dedication. Beyond teaching, she exhibits her own works and those created by her students to keep the traditional art form alive.

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Gülcan Ulu · Istanbul · Ministry of Culture and Tourism · Çiğli · İzmir

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[● 3 SOURCES] Ulu trained in Istanbul for five years between 2015 and 2020 before receiving her certification. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.mersinhaber.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] Ulu notes that every piece of ebru art created is unique and cannot be replicated exactly. www.gazetebirlik.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Ulu currently teaches 10 students at her workshop in Çiğli, Izmir. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.mersinhaber.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Gülcan Ulu states that ebru art involves chemistry and mathematics. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.mersinhaber.com
[● 3 SOURCES] The Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism has designated Gülcan Ulu as a Bearer of Intangible Cultural Heritage. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.mersinhaber.com
[● 3 SOURCES] Students begin their training with 'battal ebru' before progressing to floral patterns. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.medyagazete.com · www.mersinhaber.com

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Ebrunun ruhu atölyede hayat buluyor | Haber Sitesi [www.haberport.com]

12 days ago

Ebru sanatını modern bir yaklaşımla geleceğe taşımak: Gülcan Ulu'nun hikayesi [www.gazetebirlik.com]

12 days ago

Modern anlayışla sürdürdüğü ebru sanatını gelecek nesillere aktarıyor [www.medyagazete.com]

12 days ago

Modern anlayışla sürdürdüğü ebru sanatını gelecek nesillere aktarıyor - İZMİR [www.mersinhaber.com]

12 days ago

Modern anlayışla sürdürdüğü ebru sanatını gelecek nesillere aktarıyor [www.medyaege.com.tr]

11 days ago