<last updated 05/06/2008 >

Filiz signs with The Churchill Gallery
The Churchill Gallery, Newburyport
<New work to be featured in Spring exhibition, 2008>

Filiz is working on new pieces to be featured in a Spring introduction at The Churchill Gallery in Newburyport. Filiz is excited about this new relationship and looks forward to having her work introduced to a new community.

The Churchill Gallery is located in the charming historic seaside town of Newburyport, just under an hour's drive Northeast of Boston, Massachusetts. The Churchill Gallery was founded in 1972, representing respected local artists. Today, while retaining allegiance to its local roots, they now showcase the work of exceptional artists, both established and emerging from across the United States.

Gallery Hours

Monday: 12:30 - 5
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday - Saturday: 10 - 5
Sunday: 12:30 - 5
And by appointment

The Churchill Gallery is located at No. 6 Inn Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts 01950 www.thechurchillgallery.com

Thank you for making 2007 Fort Point Open Studios a success!

Thank you to all who came to this past weekend's 28th Annual Fort Point Open Studios. It's a big deal for us living here in Boston's oldest arts community, so I (among my fellow artist neigbhors) appreciated the large turnout we welcomed this year!

It was really wonderful to share my work with old friends, clients and new people. There was a great energy in the neighborhood during the week preceding Open Studios and thanks to our visitors, that energy continued.

*If you didn't make it, remember you can always plan a studio visit to look at work in person.*

I will announce the winner of my raffle by the end of this week! Lucky duck whoever it is...because they will be receiving a small painting by me for FREE. Free is always fun and good.

If you want to hear about future shows and new work, sign up for my newsletter (above). I will send occassional emails, so I promise you will not get an inbox of messages from me.

Thanks again...and until next year!

Warmly,

Filiz

Mark Your Calendars !
Fall 28th Annual Fort Point Open Studios 2007
 <Fri, October 19th: 4-7:00p (preview only)>
 <Sat, October 20th: 11-6p>
 <Sun, October 21st: 11-6p>

Get Ready! It's that time of year again...school is back in session, sumer vacation is over, everyone is back at work, the weather is getting colder, days a bit shorter...BUT don't worry, here is the perfect remedy: Filiz will be opening her atelier at Midway Studios in Boston on the above dates!

You will be able to see Filiz's latest paintings and collages, inspired by her lastest travels to Japan and Turkey. You will also be able to find unique greeting cards, and gifts featuring Filiz's work.

Please check the FPAC website for additional details taking place that weekend. Fort Point is one of the oldest and largest artist communities in New England. Over 300 artists usually participate each year.

Filiz in August Show: "Wanderlust"
Gallery Anthony Curtis, Boston (MA)
<August 8 - September 1, 2007 >

Filiz's latest work will be featured in a group show at the new Gallery Anthony Curtis, located near South Station in Boston, in the Leather District. New paintings exploring the theme of "Rememberance" will be on display.

Gallery Anthony Curtis is located in the historical Leather District in Downtown Boston. It is one of the only art galleries in New England that routinely stages exhibitions juxatposing western art with non-western art and contemporary art with historical art.

Co-founded by Anthony Shu and Curtis Rudbart, two globetrotters and art collectors, Gallery Anthony Curtis is New England ’s premiere exhibition arena for contemporary and historical Oceanic, Aboriginal and Asian art. It is equally an art space designated for talented local, national and international artists whose work draws inspiration from global aesthetics and sentiments that make transcendent cultural impact.

View Event Listings:
> Boston.com
> Art New England

Gallery Anthony Curtis is located in Boston at 186 South Street, Boston, MA 02111 www.galleryanthonycurtis.com

Fort Point Spring Art Walk 2007
<May 4, 5, 6, 2007 >

Thank you to all who came to the Spring Art Walk this past weekend! It was a beautiful 3 days, a bit slow but still worth it. I always enjoy showing my completed work and works in progress, and sharing my intentions with people.

Visitors this year were kind and inquiring--If you were one of them and would like to see the work again, please contact me to schedule a studio visit.

Thanks again for coming & mark your calendars for our main annual event: OPEN STUDIOS, in October 2007:

• Friday, October 19 "Preview Evening" (4 - 7 pm)
• Saturday & Sunday, October 20, 21 (11am - 6pm)
  

for a PDF of ArtWalk brochure click here
for a PDF of ArtWalk map click here
for more info visit the FPAC Art Walk website

Filiz's work featured at Chase Gallery on Newbury Street
<January 3-27, 2007 >

Filiz's work will be featured in a group show at Boston's respectable Chase Gallery, located at 129 Newbury Street. An opening reception will be held on Friday, January 5, 2007 from 5 to 7pm.

For more information including directions to Chase Gallery click here.

NEW!! Filiz interviewed for Boston Globe/Boston.com
<November 2006 >

Exciting news! Back in February, I was interviewed by journalist Scott LaPierre for the Boston Globe and Boston.com. Scott was doing stories on 10 interesting people in Boston between the ages of 20 & 30 with different careers and backgrounds. I was lucky and honored to be one of people chosen. It was finally launched today as a multimedia piece on Boston.com as well as run in today's Sunday Globe (Nov 19.2006)

It does feel a bit odd listening to it now as it was the first time having someone document me painting and recording my thoughts for two hours, but Scott LaPierre the journalist, did a great job. Below is the link to the interview and story--check out the stories on the other people as well!

Check it out at:

www.boston.com/news/specials/10_20_30/

Get Ready! Fall 27th Annual Fort Point Open Studios 2006
 <Fri, October 13th: 4-7:30p (preview only)>
 <Sat, October 14th: 12-6p>
 <Sun, October 15th: 12-6p>

Mark your calendars; it's that time of year again. Filiz will be opening her studio at Midway Studios, 15 Channel Center Street, #314, Boston on the above dates. You will be able to see Filiz's latest work, inspired by her lastest trip to Japan, with vibrant colors. Also featuring greeting cards, vintage kimonos and products from Japan.

Please check the FPAC website for additional details taking place that weekend. Fort Point is one of the oldest and largest artist communities in New England. Over 250 artists usually participate each year.

"Fusions" Filiz's solo show
<March 3 - April 22, 2006>
see images from the show CLICK HERE

Modern Eye Gallery proudly presents a solo exhibition featuring the latest works by Filiz emma Soyak. Exploring textures, old surfaces and history with paint, wax, paper and charcoal, Filiz's latest works are on display at Modern Eye Gallery. Over 25 pieces exploring these themes based on memories, observances and intuitive emotion are being shown until April 22nd.

The opening on Friday the 3rd was a great success. Many thanks from Modern Eye and Filiz to those who attended.

Modern Eye Gallery is located in Charlotte, North Carolina at 1923A South Boulevard www.moderneyegallery.com

Holiday Sale & Open Studio
<Saturday: December 10, 2005, 11am-5pm>

Filiz will be having a holiday sale and Open Studio in conjunction with Fort Point's Holiday Sale (12/9-12/10, www.fortpointarts.org). Filiz will be on the 2nd floor of 249A street (around the corner from her studio at 15 Channel Center St). Paintings as well as smaller gift items such as cards, baby clothes and calendars, will be on sale.

Visit more than 35 artists in 249A Street in Boston's Fort Point neighborhood, and discover unique and beautiful handmade gifts by some of Boston's finest local artists and craftspeople. The 7th Annual Holiday Sale will feature jewelry, ceramics, paintings, hats, photography, greeting cards, holiday ornaments, and other surprising finds. For directions click here.

Fort Point Open Studios THIS weekend! 10/14 - 10/16

It's here! Fort Point Open Studios, the largest annual artist community held art showing/open studios in New England. Over 250 artists will be opening their studio doors to show their work. Artwork for sale and for your viewing pleasure. Face painting and activities for kids so bring your whole family. Painters, photographers, sculptors, millinery, paper-makers, actors, writers, musicians, and more!

FRIDAY 10/14 (preview day)- visit select studios tonight 4-7.30pm

SATURDAY 10/15- Open Studios 12-6pm

SUNDAY 10/16- Open Studios 12-6pm

Filiz's studio is located at Midway Studios, on 15 Channel Center Street, Studio #314, 3rd floor. Midway Studios is newly renovated warehouse turned into lofts for artist live/work studios. 6 floors of artists, a performance space and architectually fascinating, Midway is a must on your Fort Point Open Studios tour!

LOCATION - Fort Point is part of South Boston. Bordered by the Fort Point Channel, the Harbor and Broadway Street, it contains many artists, studios, architects, design firms as well as the Children's Museum, and new Convention Center. It is a short walk from South Station, also accessible by the Silver Line and MBTA buses, and close to the Mass Pike (I-90) and I-93. Free and reduced parking will be available.

**For a map, click here

Fort Point and its artists hope to see you this weekend!

New Studio! Open Studios in October 14-16
<October 14-16, 2005>

Filiz just moved into a new artist live/work space at Midway Studios in the Fort Point Channel District in Boston (technically South Boston). Open studios, which draw over 10,000 visitors each fall, will take place the weekend of the 15 & 16 of October. There will be a special preview day on Friday, October 14. Better see you there! Stay tuned for more details as Open Studios gets closer.

For more info check out www.fortpointarts.org (click on "what we do" page for detailed information about Open Studios)

Exhibition in Manchester Vermont
<August 13-September 11, 2005>

Filiz's latest work is in an exhibition in Manchester, Vermont at until September 11. The Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC) is hosting a group of solo exhibitions of 6 national artists. The show opening went very well; thank you to all who came. Filiz's latest work is on display in the Entrance Gallery (11 pieces on canvas). To learn more about SVAC and the show, visit their website.

**photos from the show will be posted soon

Open Studio - See Filiz's latest work & paintings in progress: CANCELLED!! (RESCHEDULED FOR SEPT & OCT)
<July 2005>

For those of you who didn't get a chance to come to the Somerville Open Studios or want to see more of Filiz's work on canvas, this is an opportunity for you. Filiz will be having an open studio to show her latest works in progress and finished paintings before her upcoming Vermont exhibition & before Modern Eye Gallery gets to see them. More details coming soon. Sign up for the newsletter (top of page) to get an invitation with the information as the time comes near.

"Two Women-Two Visions, East meets West"
<May 6-June 30, 2005>

Modern Eye Gallery proudly presents “Two Women: Two Visions - East meets West”, an exploration of the contrasts and similarities in the work of West Coast artist, Catherine Woskow and East Coast artist, Filiz emma Soyak. The exhibition opens Friday, May 6, 2005 with a reception for the artists at modern eye gallery from 6-9pm. The show is comprised of original works on canvas, wood panel and paper. The exhibit will be on view through June 30, 2005 in the gallery.

To view images from the show and read the full press release visit modern eye gallery's website.

Somerville Open Studios
 <April 30-May1, 2005>

The first time participating in Somerville Open Studios proved to be a great opportunity for Filiz. Vernon Street Studios drew in over 1,000 over the rainy weekend! Filiz showed mostly works on paper as the major works on canvas were being set up for the exhibition in Charlotte (see above). Vernon Street Studios houses over 80 artists of all media and Somerville Open Studios brought a lot of new customers and curious & avid art fans. Thanks to all who came!

Success gives way to future exhibitions for Filiz!
<2005>

After a successful show of her work in Charlotte, NC at the Modern Eye Gallery, Filiz is working on pieces to be featured in a solo exhibit in May at the same gallery as well as a solo show at the Southern Vermont Arts Center (SVAC) in August of 2005. Sign up for the mailing list to receive exact dates and invititations to the openings! Look for an upcoming website for Modern Eye Gallery (designed by Filiz) in a few weeks. www.moderneyegallery.com

to the left, snippet from the Charlotte Observer (10/04), Charlotte-NC. Click to enlarge & read.

"Abstraction Today" show featuring Filiz :Charlotte NC
<Nov-Dec 2004>

Modern Eye Gallery currently has their Grand Opening Show, a group exhibit featuring the works of Filiz emma Soyak, Olof Sorensen, Daniel Phills, Harkrader, Mark Lojek and a few other artists, out of the 15 they currently represent. "Abstraction Today" opened on November 5th with a successful reception in Charlotte. Thank you to all who came. The show contains abstract paintings in vibrant colors of all styles, black and white photography and sculpture. Also included is contemporary furniture by Modernica. Show lasts until December.

1923-A South Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203 / tel: 704-333-3190
moderneyegallery@bellsouth.net   (Ron Crider: art director)

Modern Eye Gallery Represents Filiz:Charlotte NC
<fall 2004>

Filiz Soyak is now represented by a new contemporary art gallery in Charlotte, NC. A new contemporary gallery space exhibiting beautiful artwork and functional modern furniture has opened its doors to Charlotte.

Run by Ron Crider, the gallery will represent the works of established painters, photographers and emerging artists including Filiz.

Modern Eye Gallery, is located on 1923-A South Boulevard in a historical brick building facing the Steel Yard and Sullivan's restaurant. Parking is available in the back. Come to the opening show scheduled for November 5th, 6-9pm, 2004!

**from the Charlotte Observer 9/10/2004 E&T section:

MODERN EYE GALLERY: 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday
; 1923-A South Blvd.; Sept. 10-Oct. 22:
paintings by Daniel Phill, Kim Frohsin, Filiz emma Soyak, Olof
Sorensen, Christina Quinn and Dellamrie Parilli; black and
white photography by Mark Lojek; also, mid-century furniture
by Modernica; (704) 333-3190.

New Studio Space in Boston, MA
<fall 2004 >

After moving to Boston this fall, Filiz has now established a working studio space in Somerville, Massachussets. It is open to anyone curious in seeing Filiz's current work, progress, work process and studio space. You may call Filiz 704-577-8897 to set up an appointment.

Filiz is sharing a large space with 5 other artists including 3 painters, a woodworker and a printmaker. Vernon Street Studios house over 60 artists and hold Open Studios in May of each year.

You can find Vernon Street Studios at 6-20 Vernon Street,
Somerville, MA 02145 in a large 3-story brick warehouse on the
corner of Vernon and Central St.

(Check out MapQuest for detailed driving directions).