Kutlay’s artistic practices include drawing, animation, and, more recently, screen-printing. Drawing has been a part of his life for as long as he can remember—he started as soon as he could hold a pencil, sketching everywhere, even on school desks (which earned him detention more than once!). For a long time, he didn’t take it seriously or see it as something to put effort into. But in the past few years, he’s fully embraced it, collaborating with a diverse range of clients, from metal bands to UN organizations.

He has been at Contact for less than two months and is already loving it. Now that he’s settled in, he’s working consistently and finding inspiration in the community. “Everyone is super nice and helpful,” he says, and he’s constantly learning from the people around him.

Kutlay always has multiple projects on the go—around 8 or 9 at a time. He’s working on animations, VJ-ing, his own graphic novel, and screen printing designs, including adapting an intricate piece to make it suitable for printing. He’s also collaborating with four bands, creating their entire visual journeys, helping them articulate the essence of their music through his art.

His inspiration comes from many sources, with human consciousness and nature being central themes. He’s fascinated by the mechanisms behind our decisions and interpretations and draws influence from a wide range of artists across disciplines, consuming content that deeply resonates with him.

One of his most personal works is a massive painting that took 14 months to complete and remains unnamed. It grew into a kind of visual diary, expanding gradually and capturing fragments of his past, his perspective, and his evolution. Every corner holds a story, marking the end of one era and the beginning of another—a deeply personal snapshot of who he is today.