£310,000 Raised for İKSV Young Artists Fund at Gala in London
The Istanbul Calling Gala Night held in London hosted an important resource to support the productions of young artists.
At the Istanbul Calling Gala Night organized by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts (İKSV) at the Natural History Museum in London to support young artists, approximately 310,000 British Pounds in resources were raised for the Young Artists Fund.
Held at the Natural History Museum in London
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts organized a special gala at the Natural History Museum in London to expand the Young Artists Fund, which supports young artists in producing works and participating in international events.
Night Held with High Attendance
The Istanbul Calling Gala Night, held on October 10, took place with the participation of İKSV Board of Trustees Chairman Ömer Koç and İKSV Board of Directors Chairman Bülent Eczacıbaşı, hosted by actor Halit Ergenç.
Artworks Featured in the Benefit Auction
The benefit auction, managed by Christie's International Director Beatriz Ordovas, featured valuable works by names such as Erol Akyavaş, Burçak Bingöl, Tayfun Erdoğmuş, Mehmet Güleryüz, İhsan Cemal Karaburçak, and Azade Köker.
The Scale of Support Provided to Artists
İKSV Board of Directors Chairman Bülent Eczacıbaşı stated that nearly 150 young artists from various disciplines have benefited from the fund over the past four years, with a total of 560,000 euros allocated.
Concluded with Aşkın Nur Yengi Concert
Following the benefit auction organized for the fund with the support of Christie's, the night came to an end with a concert given by artist Aşkın Nur Yengi, providing unforgettable moments for the attendees.
Total Amount Transferred to the Fund
As a result of the donations made and the auction organized with Christie's support, the total financial support transferred to the fund following the gala night was recorded at approximately 310,000 British Pounds.