Can Buyukkalkan is a Turkish photographer and visual artist based in Istanbul. He is best known for his vibrant and colorful photographs of the city's streets, architecture, and people.
Buyukkalkan was born in Istanbul in 1982. He studied photography at the Mimar Sinan University of Fine Arts, graduating in 2006. After graduation, he began working as a freelance photographer for various magazines and newspapers. His work has been featured in publications such as National Geographic, The New York Times, and Time Magazine.
In addition to his commercial work, Buyukkalkan has also developed a unique style of street photography that captures the vibrancy of everyday life in Istanbul. His photographs often feature bright colors and bold compositions that draw attention to the beauty of the city's architecture and people. He has exhibited his work at galleries around the world, including the Istanbul Modern Art Museum and the Tate Modern in London.
Buyukkalkan's work has been recognized with numerous awards, including first place at the International Photography Awards (IPA) in 2011 and second place at the Sony World Photography Awards in 2012. He continues to live and work in Istanbul, where he is currently working on a series of photographs exploring themes of identity and belonging within Turkish culture.