Painting Exhibition in Memory of Daver Darende Opened to Visitors in Ankara
A painting exhibition established in Ankara in memory of artist Daver Darende, who passed away in 2023, has opened its doors with the participation of art enthusiasts.
A special exhibition has been prepared at the Medya Sanat Galerisi in Ankara's Çankaya district in memory of painter Daver Darende, who passed away in 2023. The opened exhibition can be visited until November 11, 2026.
Opening and Details of the Exhibition
Medya Sanat Galerisi has organized a comprehensive painting exhibition in Ankara in memory of artist Daver Darende, who passed away in 2023.
Numerous art enthusiasts attended the opening ceremony held at the gallery located in Ankara's Çankaya district.
Visiting Duration and Location
This special selection consisting of works by the late artist Darende has been presented to the appreciation of art lovers.
The prepared painting exhibition will remain open to citizens until November 11, 2026.
Artist's Biography and International Achievements
Born in Istanbul, Daver Darende met art lovers with his first solo exhibition in Ankara in 1982.
Between 1982 and 1985, the artist worked in Warsaw in the workshop of the world-renowned painter Nejad Melih Devrim.
Worldwide Exhibitions and Works
Having opened solo exhibitions in Krakow, Gliwice, Gdańsk, Dubai, and Paris, Darende won a diploma of honor and a bronze medal with his exhibitions in London and Tokyo.
His abstract painting in the exhibition he opened in Gdańsk was acquired by the Gdańsk Academy of Fine Arts.
Valuable Paintings in Collections
Two of his paintings purchased at group exhibitions held in Tokyo are in the collection of Japanese Prince Tomohito Mikasa.
Additionally, one of the artist's paintings was gifted by 11th President Ahmet Necdet Sezer to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev.
Awards and Artistic Legacy
Having opened a total of 40 solo exhibitions at home and abroad, the artist won the appreciation of critics and took place in numerous domestic and foreign collections.
Darende was honored with the 2026 International Özkan Mert Award, given to make visible lives that add value to tolerance, acceptance, and art.