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SILA NIHAN YILMAZ
Sıla Nihan Yılmaz is a multidisciplinary artist, singer-songwriter, producer and writer whose work bridges cultures and art forms. Born on November 20, 1997 in Kayseri, Turkiye, she graduated with high honors from Anadolu University’s Fine Arts Faculty, specializing in printmaking after her foundational training in painting at Fine Arts High School. Her practice spans visual arts, music, and writing, shaped by a lifelong dedication to creativity and exploration.
Her artistic journey has taken her across the globe from exhibiting in galleries in South Korea, Spain, Italy, Serbia and Canada, to participating in cultural projects in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Japan. These experiences, combined with her volunteer work with organizations like AIESEC, have given her a unique perspective that merges traditional and contemporary influences.
In 2024, she moved to South Korea to expand her artistic and musical projects, immersing herself in Seoul’s dynamic art scene and drawing inspiration from both Korean and Japanese culture. Today, she continues to produce music under her own name, blending visual storytelling with sound and embracing the belief that art transcends boundaries and definitions.
Languages
English, Turkish (Native) and Korean
Education & Certifications
Harvard University,
"Japanese Manuscript to Print"
”Technology Entrepreneurship: Lab to Market”
Edinburgh University,
”Digital Marketing Strategy”
”Introduction to Marketing”
Smithsonian University,
"Interdisciplinary Teaching with Museum Objects"
Bogazici Institue,
"Filing and Archiving Training"
Global Institue,
"Art and Cultural Heritage Management"
BTK Academy,
"Cultural Literacy"
Anadolu University,BA,
"Printmaking"
Internship
Intern PR Promotion and Marketing,
Republica Advertising Agency Jan-Apr. 2024, Istanbul
Professional Experience
Art Consultant at Korendy
2024- 2025
Provided art consultancy, advising on curation, visual strategy and creative direction.
Founder & Lead Artist at Sıla Nihan (Music)
2024- Current
Producing, composing and performing original music albums and vocal covers.
Leading all creative direction, branding and production processes.
Graphic Designer at Exyla
2021 - 2023
Designed brand visuals, marketing materials and concept graphics for diverse clients.
Volunteer & Community Engagement
Earthquake Relief Volunteer – Turkish Embassy, Dubai – Feb 2023
Elementary School Art Volunteer
Stray Animal Care Volunteer
Painting Workshops for Children
English Language Teaching Volunteer
AIESEC Member
Kizilay Member
Awards, Exhibitions & Recognitions
International
CICA Museum, Seoul, “Color 2024 Exhibition“, South Korea, Nov. 2024 - Dec. 2024
Part Crowd Gallery, "Abstract", Exhibition, Canada, Feb. 2024 - Apr. 2024
Illustraciencia, “Illustration Contest Exhibition”, Spain, 2024
Animayo, "17º Summit, Conference and International Film Festival of Animation, Visual Effects and Video Games", Spain, 2022
Chicago Latino Film Festival, USA, Poster Selection, 2021
Passepartout Gallery – Group Exhibition, Italy, 2020
Artzept of Zepter, Exhibition Award,Serbia, 2020
National & Regional
BTO 100th Year Logo Design, Turkiye, 2024
Cotton Box – Journey of Line, Turkiye, 2022
Istanbul International Exlibris Competition, Exhibition, Turkiye, 2020
Eskisehir Government Gallery – Naime Sultan Exhibition, Turkiye, 2019