Asli Dogru

Biography

As a mother, wife, multidisciplinary artist, and creative professional, I bring a diverse range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to my artistic practice. I received my B.A. in Studio Arts, Painting, from Marmara University, Faculty of Fine Arts, in Istanbul in 2001. During my studies, I had the opportunity to explore and collaborate across multiple disciplines, including photography, ceramics, and interior design.

While studying, I worked alongside award-winning architects, academicians, and Istanbul- and UK-based contractors. I created decorative paintings and murals for residential and commercial projects and gained valuable experience working within architectural and design environments. I also trained alongside ceramic artists, developing ceramic sculptures and expanding my understanding of three-dimensional art.

After moving to Atlanta 24 years ago, I worked in a variety of roles while learning English and adapting to a new country and culture. I later pursued a career in graphic and web design, working as a freelance designer for various startups. Through this work, I created brands, developed visual identities, and strengthened my skills in visual communication and digital media.

Throughout these years, I have continued to develop my own artistic practice, creating paintings, illustrations, and photography. My diverse professional and creative experiences have shaped my approach to art today, allowing me to draw from multiple disciplines while continuing to explore and develop my artistic voice.

Press Museum, Istanbul, 2000. Award and Exhibition.

Asli Dogru at Apero Fine Arts Magazine, June 2021. Orange County, California. Award and Art Review.

Asli Dogru at Apero Fine Arts Magazine, July 2021. Orange County, California.

Artistic Excellence Award, Lyon, France. For artwork displaying originality, uniqueness, and remarkable aesthetic qualities, competing across all visual arts categories for publication in Circle Quarterly Art Review Magazine, Circle Foundation for the Arts, Lyon, France. December 2022.

Asli Dogru at Spotlight • Contemporary Art Magazine 34, by CFA Press Official.

Red Dot Miami Exhibition. The World's Original Fine Art Trade Show, December 6-10, 2023.

Interview with Contemporary Art Curator Magazine, United Kingdom.

Artexpo New York Exhibition. The World's Original Fine Art Trade Show, April 4-7, 2024.

International Prize Phoenix for the Arts - Award and Exhibition. Venice, Italy. Scuola Grande di San Teodoro, June 2024.

Asli Dogru at Contemporary Celebrity Masters, Vol. 3 - 2024. Fondazione Effetto Arte, Palermo, Italy. Publication, book.

2024 Very Influential Artist Award. Tranquility Fine Arts Art Gallery, Woodstock, Georgia, USA.

Asli Dogru at Contemporary Art Curator Magazine, by Martha Puig, Curator & Editor, UK. 2024. Art Review.

Artexpo New York Exhibition. The World's Original Fine Art Trade Show, April 3-6, 2025.

Asli Dogru at Master Artists to Collect, Vol. III - 2025. Publication, book. Fondazione Effetto Arte, Palermo, Italy.

The New Great Masters in New York - Award and Exhibition. New York, USA, April 4, 2025. 127 Kent St, Brooklyn, NY 11222.

Asli Dogru at ARTLO, The International Art Magazine, United Kingdom. Art Review. Issue 4, May-June 2025.

The ARTLO Award 2025 - Finalist. United Kingdom.

Artistic Voices of Connection, Exhibition. United Kingdom. Curators: Susan Wilson and Jessie S. Martin. September 9-November 9, 2025.

The Universal Genius - Tribute to Leonardo da Vinci, Award and Exhibition. Milan, Italy, March 21, 2026.

Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology - Award and Exhibition. Milan, Italy.

Museo Nazionale Scienza e Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci, Via San Vittore 21, Milano.

Awarded to artist Asli Dogru for artistic merit and distinctive expressive quality.

Asli Dogru at Best Contemporary Visual Artists Worldwide Guide, Vol. 4: Biographies, Images, Stories, and Artworks of 30+ Global Visual Artists, Painters, Sculptors, Photographers, and Mixed Media Creators, by Alex Colard. Hardcover publication on Amazon, September 17, 2026.

Artist Statement

I am particularly passionate about my connection to the Old Masters, ancient civilizations, mythology, and architecture, all of which have profoundly influenced my work and artistic technique.

The abuse of power, brutality, hatred, and discrimination that have characterized many periods of history remain present in our world today. The atrocities of war and violence continue, and human rights are still being violated.

It is disheartening to recognize that humanity has not yet evolved enough to consistently prioritize truth, justice, and compassion. Through my work, I explore these enduring realities and examine the ways in which power is constructed, manipulated, and ultimately revealed as an illusion.

My work reflects an ongoing exploration of authority, oppression, and the consequences of unchecked power.

By drawing connections between the Old Masters and the present, I seek to remind viewers that although centuries have passed, many of the forces that shape human conflict remain remarkably unchanged. Through historical references, symbolism, and a contemporary perspective, my work questions the nature of power and the fragile structures upon which it is built.

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The Abuse of Power - Series No. 1, Oil paint on canvas, 163 cm x 246 cm, 2023.

The Abuse of Power - Series No. 5, Oil paint on canvas, 160 cm x 160 cm, 2025.

Calculated Tyranny - The Illusion of Power - Series No. 1, Oil paint on canvas, 160 cm x 160 cm, 2026.

Transcendence, Drawing, 2024.

Existence series No 4, Ink, 2026.

Surreal Scapes, Pastel, 2024.

City Scapes, Ink, Pastel, 2024.

Surreal Scapes No 4, Ink, Pastel, 2025.

Calculated Tyranny - The Illusion of Power - Series No. 2, Acrylic, 2026.

Existence series No 1, Mix Media, 2025.