Exploring the Art Trail in Bodrum, Turkey: Top Four Spots You Can't Miss
Bodrum, Turkey, is set to host a series of significant art exhibitions this summer, showcasing a captivating blend of nature, contemporary art, digital innovation, and cultural dialogue. These exhibitions, attracting both local and international artists and audiences, emphasise the connection between environment, memory, and human experience, enriching Bodrum's cultural landscape.
"Our 5th Summer Together" at METT Bodrum
Curated by Semra Fırat, "Our 5th Summer Together" explores the relationship between nature, people, and time through diverse media such as paintings, sculptures, photographs, and installations. Featured artists include Alper Aydın, Beste Alperat, and Berat Işık. Beste Alperat’s sculpture harmonises with Bodrum’s natural views, while Berat Işık’s work leaves a strong impression on viewers.
Scorpios Beach Venue's Encounters Program
The third edition of Scorpios beach venue's annual summer art program, Encounters, co-hosted with HOFA Gallery, highlights immersive and digital art with a focus on female artists in generative and digital media. Notable participants are Maja Petric, Operator (an artist duo), Sasha Stiles, and Krista Kim. Operator’s choreographic piece "Repeat as Necessary" transforms Bodrum’s Ritual Space, while Sasha Stiles presents an AI-generated poetry installation, Heart Mantras.
IAAF Bodrum International Art Fair 2025
The IAAF Bodrum International Art Fair 2025 (July 2–6) exhibits modern and contemporary works by international painters, sculptors, street artists, performers, and photographers, making it a significant event for collectors and art lovers.
Other Summer Exhibitions in Bodrum
Other summer exhibitions in Bodrum feature celebrated artists such as Resul Aytemür, whose Colors of Memory exhibition runs at the Şevket Sabancı Culture and Art Center, alongside shows by Ali Atmaca (focusing on feminine aesthetics) and exhibitions like The Meeting of Tastes and Forms, blending sculpture with gastronomy.
"Earth Remembers" and "Pop of Time" Exhibitions
"Earth Remembers" is an open-air sculpture exhibition featuring nine international contemporary artists, hosted by BOBO by The Stay in Bodrum's Cennet Koyu until Aug. 31. The "Pop of Time" exhibition at Sevil Dolmaci Gallery X the Ruins Hotel Bodrum includes artists like Gençay Aytekin, Sinem Sezgin Bozkurt, and Ebru, running from mid-July through September 2025.
In summary, Bodrum’s summer art exhibitions hold cultural significance by creating a platform for dialogue between art, nature, and technology while attracting an international roster of acclaimed artists across various disciplines, making Bodrum a key center for contemporary summer art experiences in Turkey. These exhibitions are not to be missed for art enthusiasts seeking immersive and thought-provoking experiences this summer.
[1] Fırat, S. (Curator). (2025). Our 5th Summer Together. METT Bodrum. [2] Scorpios Bodrum. (2025). Encounters 2025. [3] IAAF Bodrum International Art Fair. (2025). Bodrum International Art Fair 2025. [4] Sevil Dolmaci Gallery. (2025). Pop of Time. [5] BOBO by The Stay. (2025). Earth Remembers.
- The "Our 5th Summer Together" exhibition at METT Bodrum, curated by Semra Fırat, delves into the relationship between nature, people, and time, highlighting the fusion of arts and technology in lifestyle, as seen through diverse media such as paintings, sculptures, and installations.
- The "Pop of Time" exhibition at Sevil Dolmaci Gallery X the Ruins Hotel Bodrum features a blend of fashion-and-beauty and home-and-garden aesthetics, showcasing contemporary artists like Gençay Aytekin and Ebru, providing a unique artistic experience that merges sculpture with gastronomy.
