Of all the art scenes I have observed around the world (out side of the US and Western Europe) Istanbul has one of the best contemporary art scenes around. A complex mix of high end art, international avant-garde, photography, installation pieces and the funky. After living for most of the year in South East Asia where museums tend to be historical and anthropological it was a real treat to hit a city with a vibrant gallery scene. Continue Reading…

On the bus again, this time from Sofia to Istanbul. ISTANBUL…the very name conjures up images of film noir mysteries and international intrigue. From Orson Wells to James Bond the city has served as a perfect backdrop  whenever a dash of the mysterious or exotic is needed. Continue Reading…