The Innocence of Childhood

This watercolour work is fascinating in its focused composition. Drawing attention to the young girl both spatially and in its colour, Çevikcan guides necessary attention to the child's position within spaces of war and migration. The child encompasses a strikingly juxtaposing sense of both agency and innocence, allowing viewers to feel a sense of responsibility. Çevikcan accompanies this piece with the following text: "Thinking about all the innocence and suffering of children in this official world, I tried to reflect the picture of pain with the thought that all the circles of power that put them in this difficult situation will one day writhe in their shame. Children...we are all responsible for childhood."

Emel Çevikcan  

"Art is like the sun illuminating the universe…it is the most important phenomenon that adds value and educates the soul"-Emel Çevikcan

Emel Çevikcan reflects on the importance of nature and humanity through the symbiotic fluidity of watercolour and their controlled application of it. The harmony of subject and composition in the paintings is very important. The contradictions that people experience and the conversations that are sometimes hidden in their silence inspire the artist's work. Çevikcan also emphasises the hidden experiences within different communities. The artist compares their artwork to the secret garden's of individuals where the flowers are symbolic of their strength; persisting and flowering season after season. The artist actively participates in a variety of art and culture events abroad and within Turkey. At the the 2021 America Art Awards, they made an important grade with their work titled "Pandemic Heroes" in the Watercolour Figure category.

Based on our agreement with the artist, 15% of the pre-VAT price excluding frames will be donated to support The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.