Nişantaşı’s considerable roster of art galleries has now received its newest addition, Studio 9, which officially opened on the 1st of this month. According to owners Sofia Vassalo and Hasan Taştan Yılmaz, Studio 9’s mission is to “allow for an environment of open dialogue and encourage creativity and a higher learning experience.” The gallery plans to feature contemporary artwork in many different media, including sculpture, photography, installation art, films, documentaries, and more. Studio 9 also aims to foster developing talent by focusing on the work of artists who are in the early stage of their careers.

The gallery opens with three concurrent exhibits: a photography exhibit by Canadian artist Jonah Samson, a series of sculptures by the Italian Francesco Albano (displayed both on the gallery’s ground floor and on its basement level) and video footage of a performance by French-Canadian artist Marie-Lou Desmeules which took place live on the gallery’s opening night.  

Studio 9;Mim Kemal Öke Caddesi No.11/A; P: (0212) 291 39 92