A Surrealistic and Fantasy Painter:
Alev Necile DINC


Alev Necile DINC, during her exhibition opening at the Turkish House with
Egemen Bagis, president of FTAA and Evren Ay, director of FTAA in New York.

Alev Necile Dinc is an American artist of Turkish heritage whose works have been described as taking the onlooker to a mystical world of beauty and fantasy where everything is alive with a sense of fluid motion. Her imagination and craftsmanship combine to create dynamic compositions of amazing depth and expression which are at once both intriguing and disarming. The artist extends an invitation to enter into her dreamscape where ethereal dancing figures and whimsical horse like creatures celebrate life in vibrant hues of blue, green, pink, fuchsia and red. Loving and playful in vision, Necile's paintings capture a pure and sublime essence, inspiring the viewer with wonder, joy and enthusiasm.

Born in Turkey, Necile studied painting and design at the Institute of Technology in Ankara. After emigrating to the United States, she continued her education at the School of Visual Art, the Art Student's League, the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and at the Ridgewood School of Art and Design in Ridgewood, New Jersey.

A textile designer by trade, Necile is also recognized for her poetry which reflects the same captivating spirit as her art. She is a long-time resident of Clifton, New Jersey.

Necile knew since childhood that she wanted to be an artist. As a youngster, she donated and sold some of her work in her native land and once won first prize for her creativity and originality. She was delighted and encouraged at the warm response to her efforts and has been painting ever since.

The artist's rich colors derive from Turkish ceramics and fabric, reflecting the folk themes and fairy tales of her country of origin. Immortal composers and artists such as Mozart, Picasso, Van Gogh, and Gauguin inspire her passion. Her works blend fantasy with reality and the past with the present, in unique depictions of a futuristic paradise. Using a largely abstract impressionistic style, Necile creates idyllic scenes reminiscent of ancient Persian gardens, yet aglow with airy, surreal elements. She works in a wide range of media'-oils, acrylics, watercolors and pastels, exploring unusual techniques to get a variety of interesting effects.

An interpretation about Alev Necile DINC's art at the Hamilton House Museum:

"Alev Necile Dinc is a surrealistic and fantasy painter. Her works of art have been described as transforming the viewer to a mystical world of beauty and fantasy where everything is vibrant with a sense of fluid motion. Her creativity and craftsmanship combine to create dynamic compositions of amazing depth and expression, which are at once intriguing and disarming. The artist extends an invitation to enter into her dreamscape where ethereal and whimsical creatures celebrate their existence in vibrant colors and a heartfelt position. Alev's paintings capture a pure sublime essence, inspiring the viewer with such enthusiasm. The colors derive from Turkish ceramics and fabrics, reflecting the folk themes and fairy tales of her country of origin. Immortal composers and artists such as Mozart, Picasso, and Van Gogh inspire her passion. Her works blend fantasy and reality."

Dinc also is an active member of the Women's Federation for World Peace. Alev is involved is Sisterhood Ceremonies between USA and Japan. Also has been designing fabrics and wallpapers and is very active with poetry which reflects the same captivating spirit as her art. She is a director of Hamilton House Museum for several years, and has brought a great deal of cultural programs to the community.

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