Analysis of female figures in Fahrelnissa Zeid's paintings in the context of color, texture and geometric form

In this thesis, Fahrelnissa Zeid, who witnessed the period from the Ottoman period to the foundation of the Republic, experienced developments and culture closely, and was one of the first female students of the Sanayi-i Nefisse School, and her works are discussed. In addition to being a strong female figure in the society at that time, the artist produced her works with her versatility and had an important place in history with her achievements. Accordingly, the aim of the thesis is to examine the female figures in Fahrelnissa Zeid's paintings in terms of colour, texture and geometric form. After the literature review, it was seen that there was no study on the subject to be studied in the field. In order to emphasise the importance of an artist like Zeid who contributed to the art of painting with her works, the works of the artist were examined. Fahrelnissa Zeid's colourful life and her artistic journey are mentioned and her family members who are related to different branches of art are briefly mentioned. Then, the concept of the female figure in the art of painting from past to present has been emphasised. Colour, texture and geometric form, which are art elements, are explained and art elements are exemplified with the works of artists who contributed to the history of painting art. The application of colour, texture and geometric form in Fahrelnissa Zeid's paintings are examined. And after this examination, artistic production was made inspired by the works of the artist.