Creatopia
Something is happening in —and many more things are yet to come…
Our aim, our intention, is to transform this “unique, one-of-a-kind, and beloved” land in the heart of into an extraordinary center for the arts. Our greatest strength on this path is, without doubt, art and nature themselves.
Inspired by ’s words—“You would say that a tribe of fairies came from the steppes of Asia, packed up their tents, mounted their horses, gathered their camels, sheep, goats, and belongings, and arrived in Anatolia. Each touched a stone, and it became an ornament. Every stone they touched turned into a pattern”—the stones touched by and are also turning into patterns, preparing to become a sanctuary for art.
In collaboration with and , this upcoming cultural and art center will not only celebrate the soil and stones of Cappadocia, but also make its name heard around the world through art. How?
Through collaborations between artists and collectors, exhibitions curated from special selections, and side events accompanying these exhibitions, visitors will encounter a new kind of experience. Artist-in-residence programs will encourage artistic production within Cappadocia, while open studio tours and talks will support artists’ creative processes—inviting visitors to become part of the journey.
Permanent artworks created by artists from various disciplines will gradually become iconic landmarks, forming an open-air sculpture park that expands each year—transforming into a magnet for cultural tourism.
Naturally, the rising realm of new media is also at the heart of our vision. New media artists will design immersive digital works spread across the valleys, merging history with technology and inviting visitors into entirely new dimensions shaped by digital “fairies.”
These natural caves, animated by all these events and projects, will host art from an international perspective—while also offering space for artists of all ages and disciplines, positioning Cappadocia as a nurturing hub in the global art scene.
And in a region that has long served as a set for countless local and international films, cinema cannot be overlooked. Pop-up drive-in short film screenings will be held against Cappadocia’s timeless backdrop.
Of course, for art enthusiasts, auctions are another must. These events will introduce international visitors to Turkish artists while allowing the works of our artists to continue their lives in homes across the world.
Ultimately, Cappadocia will become a meeting point for artists of all disciplines and generations—turning not only into a canvas for their figures, but into an artwork itself. It will slip into the suitcases of departing visitors—not as mere souvenirs, but as an invitation to weave art into their everyday lives. In addition, specially designed merchandise will offer a wide range of collectible art-inspired products to bring a piece of this magical place home.
