Şafak (Dawn) Wat moet ik doen om je te bewijzen dat ik van je hou?

Hilal Uzuner (1999) Raised in the Netherlands by her Turkish family, Hilal's art reflects the complexities of living between two cultures. Her work explores themes of heritage, religion, and personal identity, capturing everyday moments, rituals, and stories. By blending traditional and contemporary elements, she celebrates the beauty and richness of both her backgrounds. Her faith adds a spiritual layer to her exploration of cultural and personal narratives, navigating the in-between spaces where her experiences and inner conflicts arise. Hilal's work is a reflection of her ongoing journey to understand herself and her place in the world. Through her art, she aims to foster understanding, challenge preconceived notions, and celebrate the diverse elements that shape her identity. exhibitions 01.02.2025 - 31.09.2025 "Wachttijd" with KOP, commissioned by NS and ProRail, Breda, NL 2025 Skate expo Kunst Is Leuk group exhibition, Almere, NL 2024 Now Show graduation show, St. Joost School of Art & Design, Breda, NL Bon Vivant group exhibition, Breda, NL Creative Co.LaB group exhibition, Breda, NL 2023 Cultuurdome group exhibition, Almere, NL education & courses 2016 - 2020 Mediacollege Amsterdam, NL Audiovisual production 2020 - 2024 St. Joost School of Art & Design Breda, NL BA Illustrated & Animated storytelling 2023 internship at Uitgeverij Loopvis Arnhem, NL hiliuum@gmail.com

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Wat moet ik doen om je te bewijzen dat ik van je hou? (What do I need to do to prove my love for you?) / July 2024, Dutch/ pencil on thin Japanese paper/ 16 pages An inner dialogue.

'Şafak' (Dawn) / June 2024, Dutch/ Risography/ 32 pages This zine is a limited first edition of 25 copies. "Şafak" reminisces about my childhood gatherings with my mother and her friends, where Turkish coffee played a central role, highlighting sincere conversations and the bonds of female friendship. It evokes nostalgia with warmth, cherished moments, and the strong aroma of Turkish coffee.