I am a fine textile creator, folk artist, and teacher who comes from Turkiye. Since coming to the U.S. in 2003, I have been passionate about sharing the rich cultures from my family’s homeland that have been assimilated and erased. All of the stories and realities of the Anatolian region need to be heard, protected, and celebrated - and can uplift diversity and peace for people from all backgrounds.
Ylvia Asal Studio is a connection point that brings it all together. My gallery shop in downtown Haddonfield, NJ is home to my maker space for traditional & contemporary fiber arts and is a center for art education and cultural understanding programs that I offer all across the Northeast.
Culture and art bring people together and make life meaningful. One day, I hope to open a center for Anatolian arts & cultures that is an even bigger platform to spread a message of peace and happiness to people in this region I now call home too. Like threads and needles working together, I know we can create community that is stronger through empathy and understanding.
Come experience Anatolian cultures with me!
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