Introduction of the 18th International Eskişehir Baked Clay Symposium Held
The 18th International Eskişehir Baked Clay Symposium, organized this year by Tepebaşı Municipality, was introduced to the public through a press conference.
The press conference for the 18th International Eskişehir Baked Clay Symposium, implemented by Tepebaşı Municipality and bringing together the art, science, and industry worlds, has been held.
Date and Location of the Symposium
The 18th International Eskişehir Baked Clay Symposium, to be organized this year by Tepebaşı Municipality, will take place between September 2-6 at the Vecihi Hürkuş Aviation and Technology Park.
The event will bring together the worlds of art, science, and industry in Eskişehir, creating a festival atmosphere in the city with concerts, exhibitions, competitions, and children's activities.
Collective Artwork Production Process
The symposium's traditional collective artwork production process will continue this year with the joint labor of artists.
A special Atatürk Monument depicting Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk will be created with the participation of flowers prepared by the joint labor of artists and children.
Meeting of Industry and Art
Speaking at the meeting, Endel Group of Companies Vice Chairman of the Board Burak Özaydemir emphasized that baked clay is an important part of the production culture and urban memory for Eskişehir.
It was stated that one of the most valuable aspects of this symposium, which has been ongoing for over 20 years, is that it brings together the city's industrial identity with its accumulation of art and culture around the same material.
Kılıçoğlu's 100th Anniversary Emphasis
The company that houses the Kılıçoğlu brand is preparing to celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027, tracing its journey that began in Eskişehir in 1927.
It was stated that this century-old story is the story of a production culture that grew together with the Republic and was passed down from generation to generation.
Atatürk and Children Themed Artwork
It was announced that the artwork to be left by the symposium to the cultural memory of the city this year will have the 'Atatürk and Children' theme and will be created through a collective effort.
It was stated that the artwork will strongly reflect the values of the Republic and will attract great interest in Eskişehir.
Acknowledgements and Expectations
Expressing gratitude to Tepebaşı Municipality and Mayor Ahmet Ataç for ensuring the continuity of the organization, it was emphasized that this long-term labor leaves a valuable heritage to the city.
It was stated that after the symposium, the artworks will continue to live in the city and add value to it for many years.