Ece Abay's woodcut printmaking journey is a poetic dance between heritage and nature. Her unique technique involves a reverse process, meticulously carving multiple layers into wood, allowing shadows, highlights, and contrasts to emerge through vivid colors. Embracing sustainability, Ece incorporates natural elements, creating one-of-a-kind pieces that transcend traditional boundaries, inviting viewers into a realm where art becomes a tangible expression of emotion and connection
chapter iii
"After years, I reentered the New York art scene, ushering in a new, unnamed chapter. Focused on global monuments, my recent works, including 'Goddess of Liberty' and 'The Colosseum,' hold profound meaning. They bridge my past and present, embodying the symbolism that continually threads through my art—a means of connecting to heritage and spirituality. This chapter is a canvas awaiting exploration, where global narratives unfold beyond artistic features."
Morituri Nolumus Mori 2024 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 245x105cm 🟢
MCCCXLIX 2024 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 122x104cm 🟢
MCCCXLIX - II 2024 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 122x104cm 🔴
Goddess of Liberty 2023 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Goddess of Liberty 2 2023 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Ancient memories
‘We are the reflection of our ancestors on earth’
"The Netherlands marked a transformative chapter in my artistic journey. Large-scale, one-of-a-kind woodcut prints on canvas became my chosen medium. Inspired by ancient temples, constellations, and my spiritual exploration, this chapter was a reflection of my connection to ancestor-ship. The canvas expanded, telling stories of a universal history and spirituality."
Muge 2023 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🔴
Dreaming of Deep Sea 2023- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Goc 1 2023 - Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🔴
Goc 2 2023- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Goc 3 2023- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Minotaur's Dream 2023 1- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Minotaur's Dream 2 2023- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Queen's Diary 2023- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Rising Fire 2022- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Rising Water 2022- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Blessed 2022- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Blessed 2 2022- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Between Two Worlds 2022- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 120x120cm 🟢
Spring in Stonehenge 2021- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Fall in Stonehenge 2021- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Summer in Stonehenge 2021- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Day in Karahantepe 2021- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🟢
Night in Karahantepe 2021- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Raised in Gobeklitepe 2020- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🟢
Raised in Gobeklitepe 2 2020- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Brothers 2020- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Sunset in Gobeklitepe 2020- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🔴
Sunrise in Gobeklitepe 2020- Woodcut Print, Oil on Canvas - 110x110cm 🟢
dreamscapes
In the solitude of my MA and MFA education in the United States, I delved deep into the creation of dreamscapes. These were formative years away from my home and family, where the studio became a sanctuary. Mastering the techniques of intaglio and woodcut prints on paper, I poured my emotions onto the canvas, laying the foundation for my unique artistic style.
Sunny Day 2016- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Dark Prayers 2016- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🟢
Dark Prayers 2 2016- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Curse of Athena 2015- Woodcut Print on Paper - 45x60cm 🔴
Face to Face 2015- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Bull- Woodcut Print on Paper 2014 - 100x150cm 🔴
Belly Dancer 2014- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🟢
Sultan of the Night 2014- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Untitled 2014 - Woodcut Print on Paper - 50x100cm 🔴
Plays and Games 2014- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🟢
Dream Catcher 2 2013- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Dream Catcher 2013- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Nightwalkers 2012- Woodcut Print on Paper - 60x60cm 🔴
Snow & Fire 2012- Woodcut Print on Paper - 50x60cm 🟢
Messenger 2011- Woodcut Print on Paper - 120x150cm 🔴
Amour 2011- Woodcut Print on Paper - 90x90cm 🔴
Birth 2011- Woodcut Print on Paper - 50x90cm 🔴
Holy Mother 2011- Woodcut Print on Paper - 45x90cm 🔴
Chaotic Birth 2011- Woodcut Print on Paper - 50x90cm 🔴
Connector 2010- Woodcut Print on Paper - 70x90cm 🔴