As part of the Calculations and Coincidences and In Search of Vera Molnár exhibitions, Pera Museum organized special guided tours throughout January, led by Mathematics Professor Miklós Hoffmann.
During these tours, participants explored the relationship between the exhibited artworks and mathematics, probability, geometry, and computer technology. Hoffmann encouraged thought-provoking discussions by addressing questions such as: Is the computer a co-creator? How and when did the first examples of computer-assisted art emerge? Can we reach non-Euclidean worlds through art? Is it possible to visualize all possible movements within a single artwork?
Professor Miklós Hoffmann, Dean of the Faculty of Informatics at Eszterházy Károly University in Hungary, is widely known for his studies on the intersection of mathematics and art. These exclusive tours, held throughout January, inspired visitors and highlighted the profound connections between art and science.
Calculations and Coincidences bring together works from the Hungarian National Bank Collection by pioneering algorithmic artists Vera Molnár, Dóra Maurer, and Gizella Rákóczy. While the exhibition focuses on Molnár’s significant impact on computer art, it also explores how Maurer and Rákóczy expanded the boundaries of abstraction by integrating algorithms and mathematics into their artistic practice.
In Search of Vera Molnár examines Molnár’s artistic legacy while featuring works by 16 contemporary artists inspired by her practice. The exhibition is a tribute to her influence, showcasing new works created with digital technologies and algorithmic processes. Both exhibitions will remain open to visitors until February 23.
Suna’s Daughters communities continue their efforts in five neighborhoods of Şanlıurfa’s Eyyübiye and Haliliye districts to establish an ecosystem that supports all children, especially girls, in every aspect. By collaborating with teachers, public institutions, and non-governmental organizations, these local communities identify barriers faced by children and take solution-oriented steps to overcome them.
The sixth volume of YILLIK: Annual of Istanbul Studies presents four peer-reviewed articles exploring Istanbul's historical, social, and cultural fabric. Günseli Gürel, winner of the Early Career Article Prize, reevaluates Ottoman narratives about Hagia Sophia from the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.
On November 22, the Girl-Centered Design Workshop, organized by Suna’s Daughters with the support of the Turkish Philanthropy Funds, brought together public and local government representatives in Hatay. The workshop aimed to develop solutions focused on fostering an inclusive city design centered on the needs, rights, and dreams of girls.