Oguzhan (Oz) Ozcicek, born in Turkey, currently resides in the city of Melbourne, Australia. Whilst being a graduate of Bachelor of Industrial Design (Honours) at RMIT, he is an artist, producing oil paintings in his studio in a symbolist manner.
The artist’s works are a multifaceted approach and presentation of his personal experiences through a kaleidoscope of colours, textures, visual nuances and forms. Each composition is designed as a metaphor for the artist’s interpretation of a memory and through these metaphors, the artist compels the viewers to perform introspection and develop a deeper connection by being sincere about the cracks in the wall.
Each piece represents a version of an emotional experience and becomes a vessel for cultural memory and identity, stepping into a collective narrative that extends beyond the confines of time and geography. The artist is motivated to explore the idea that identity is not a static concept but a dynamic force, continuously reshaped by the interplay of tradition and contemporary vision, and he intends to reveal both sides’ oppressive natures.
The intention of the collection is defined as a hope for viewers to understand themselves better and to create an opportunity for introspection.
His artworks are exhibited in galleries and private collections.