Floral Ebru 

Necmeddin Okyay created this floral Ebru, a traditional Turkish art form, using dyes on water. Observe the carnations, symbols deeply woven into the fabric of cultural memory. In Western art, the carnation often signifies love, fascination, and distinction, frequently seen in Renaissance portraits as emblems of betrothal or spiritual love. Yet, its roots delve deeper, tracing back to ancient Greece and Rome, where the flower was associated with deities and used in ceremonial garlands. Across cultures, the symbolism shifts, mirroring the complexities of human emotion and societal values. The cyclical journey of the carnation motif highlights how symbols evolve, adapting to new contexts while retaining echoes of their past. This Ebru invites us to reflect on the enduring power of symbols, connecting us to a collective consciousness that transcends time and space.