About Me

I am a multi-disciplinary artist that has a wide spectrum of expertise in art, illustration, graphic design, art and creative direction and story telling.

I’m an artist driven by a passion for creative expression. In graphic design, I specialize in crafting captivating visuals using a wide range of tools that allow me to bring ideas to life with clarity and beauty. My journey extends beyond design into the realm of 3D modeling and animation, where I immerse myself in creating realistic models and dynamic animations that tell stories and evoke emotions. Beyond these digital realms, I find joy in sculpting, creating melodies as a musician, and expressing myself through dance. These diverse forms of artistry enrich my life and inspire my creative pursuits every day.

I studied architecture and pursued my master’s degree in the field, which included enriching experiences abroad. Throughout my career, I have collaborated closely with clients from various countries and backgrounds, engaging in diverse projects spanning graphic design, architecture, and the arts. This global exposure has equipped me with a deep understanding of cultural nuances and a versatile skill set to deliver innovative and impactful creative solutions.

I believe in effective communication and a creative, strategic approach to work, ensuring that every project I undertake is not only visually striking but also achieves its intended impact.

Milestones
2024
Art Director at Balmain Hair Couture Turkey
Designer at Distribution Group
TCC Design Partner ongoing
Artwork for Bluesla International Weekend
Artwork for Telli Davul
Started Ui Ux design and Figma
Ongoing academic posts
2023
TCC Design Partner takeoff
Artwork for Peaarl with Deniz Mahir Kartal
Artwork for Divan and Divine
Artwork for Queer Shorts Vienna
Artwork for What's Your Name Photography Exhibition Ongoing academic posts
2022
Single covers for Nana Yapım Music production
Ongoing academic posts
2021
Graduation from Master's
Ongoing academic posts
2019-2020
Full year thesis research in Ecole Nationale Superieure d'Architecture de Lyon
Worked as a freelance architect and 3D artist in Lyon
Participated in architectural workshops in Lyon
2017-2018
Entered İstanbul Technical University Architectural Design Master Program
Gave several artistic workshops in Istanbul Kültür University
2010-2017
Experiences in several architecture and project management companies
2008
Entered Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Architecture Department

My Software Skills

Advanced

Photoshop

Illustrator

Figma

Autocad

Sketchup

Lumion

Intermediate

Indesign

Lightroom

Animate

Premiere

3Ds Max

Vray

My Language Skills

Turkish

(Native)

English

(Native)

French

(Proficient)

German

(Beginner)

My Experiences

2013

Studiometric / Junior Architect

2014

CBRE / Junior Project Manager

2015

Altıparmak Mimarlık / Restoration Architect

2015

Bizler Group / Architect, Construction Manager

2016

Loft Architects / Architect, 3D and video Artist

2017

CBRE / Project Manager, Designer

2018

Istanbul Kültür University / Research Assistant

2019-2020

Freelance / Architect, 3D Artist

2021 – 2024

Freelance / Designer, 3D Artist

Altınbaş University / Academic, Lecturer

2024

Balmain Hair Couture Turkey Art Director 

Distribution Group / Designer 

TCC Trade and Consultancy / Design Partner 

Freelance / Designer, 3D Artist

What it's like to work with me?

And seriously… Am I the luckiest to have worked with such great people?

"I don't know any other person in recent times who is so hungry for knowledge and experimentation. It takes both courage and madness to be creative and limitless in the face of changing and developing technology. I think very few people like Çisem can achieve this these days."
deniz mahır kartal - musıcıan/producer
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“Çisem created the cover art for the album Divine and Divan for us, and she was fantastic to work with! Beyond her fantastic artistic abilities, she was very accommodating to our label’s requirements and ideas, she made herself available, even across time differences, to help us ensure we met our deadlines and nothing was ever too much to do. She was a delight to work with from the beginning to end of the project.”
sarah wanstall - productıon manager of arc musıc productıons
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“Çisem is the best.”
zeynel günbek - musıcıan/sound engıneer
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“Some say that I am the best”
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