The Aegean Sea is the sea between Greece and Turkey.  It is the water that connects and divides two countries that are well known for their long history, ancient culture, and their rich Mediterranean cuisine.  These two neighboring regions have been trying to obtain balance and communication with each other since ancient times.  The Turkish and Greek people have an instinctive love for each other.  They usually refer to each other as "Brother" or "Same Blood".  But the strategic position of the Aegean Sea that connects Africa, the Middle East, and Europe has created political games from all sides that, at times, have harmed the peaceful coexistence of its people.

"Aegean" is a group show that aims to bring together emerging Turkish and Greek artists that live and work in New York.  The works of the artists creates a visual conversation around their cultural similarities and uniqueness.  The art works deal with displacement, relocation, and cultural confusion due to migration and immigration.  They also address the cultural connection and love that these two ethnic groups feel for each other despite geopolitical intrigues that take place in the region.

Participating artists

Curated by Georgia Lale