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Turkish calligrapher decorates delicate dried leaves
Turkish calligrapher decorates delicate dried leaves
A skilled calligrapher in southeastern Gaziantep province t is making a name for herself through the unique art of decorating delicate dry leaves. (Source: Anadolu Agency)
Seeking an untraditional way to perform her art, two years ago Saliha Aktaş started decorating the leaves of the plants in her home and later extended this to dried tree leaves.
She first dries the leaves and starts drawing on them, using acrylic and poster paints to color them.
"While doing illumination and miniature on leaf, I mostly try to reflect our traditions and customs. I draw bridal ceremonies and traditional Gaziantep houses and historical monuments. I try to blend traditional motifs with my imagination," she said.
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