As you start to walk on the way, the way appears - Rumi

I see pictures as translations of a journey, like bridging East to West, past to present, revealing the contemporary experience of Orientalism.

This single picture encapsulates the transformative power of my art, inviting you to reconsider preconceptions and embrace a nuanced perspective.

Gülşah Ayla Bayrak is a visual artist based in Brussels, Belgium.

She grew up in both the Turkish and Belgian cultures. This clash made her a bridge between east and west.

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• Edition of 5

• Printed on Canon Photo Paper Pro Luster, with archival quality

• 21.0 x 29.7 cm with white border as seen in preview