Artist Biography:

Born in Istanbul, Türkiye, Banu Tulumen is an abstract painter and writer, currently based in Summerland, BC, Canada.

For Banu, painting is an emotional and heartfelt dialogue expressed through color, texture, and movement. Each brushstroke becomes an act of self-discovery, uncovering stories from the depths of her imagination and emotions. Her art, often spontaneous, invites viewers into enigmatic, dreamlike spaces where the mystical meets the unexpected.

Banu’s creative process thrives on experimentation, forging a profound personal connection with her audience. She frequently pairs her paintings with short stories, extending the narrative beyond the canvas to create a deeper, layered experience. Her work transcends the visual, weaving a shared narrative of connection and discovery. For her, every painting is a living story waiting to unfold.

List of Previous Exhibitions:

1976: Exhibition of illustrations @ Turkish American Association Gallery, Ankara, Türkiye

1980s: Early paintings exhibited @ Sadberk Hanim Museum, Istanbul, Türkiye

2023: Dragona Jellyfish included in the On the Edge exhibition by the Federation of Canadian Artists, Vancouver, Canada

2024: Flabbergasted and Midnight Shadows received recognition in the same juried exhibition

2024: Celestial Impact showcased in an online exhibition @ Part Crowd Art Gallery, Toronto, Canada

Selected by curator Leisa Rich for the Experimental Intervention exhibition @ Propeller Art Gallery, Toronto (October 23–November 2, 2024)

Featured in Continuity: Modern and Contemporary Artists @ Artifacts Projects Gallery, New York City (October 23–November 2, 2024) with the painting Flabbergasted