09/28/2026
Contemporary Ottoman miniatures, now in motion.
Meet Murat Palta (Murat Palta), one of three artists featured in “The Illusion of Stillness” at Hotel Emblem.
Murat Palta reinterprets Ottoman miniature art through a contemporary lens, blending traditional techniques with modern and pop-cultural references. He introduces intentional anachronisms that reveal cultural overlaps, tensions, and shared narratives between Eastern and Western worlds. His compositions layer illustration, text, and collage, echoing the narrative complexity of historical manuscripts. For this exhibition, the artist also created animations for these works, which can be experienced through AR, adding an interactive dimension to the pieces.
Watch his work come to life on October 1st, when Hotel Emblem partners with 2rt and SEGD San Francisco Chapter for a special edition of SF First Thursdays Art Walk. Curated by Melis Gullu. Join the docent-led walk at 5:30pm for a closer look, then stay for the artist talk at 6:30pm while DJ Zephyr keeps the music going.
📆 October 1st
📍 Hotel Emblem
🎨 Art Walk: 5:00pm to 9:00pm
🍸 Happy Hour at Obscenity Bar: 4:20pm to 6:00pm
🎟️ Free admission, all welcome.
Featured artists:
Murat Palta
Ruoyun Dai
Jiayue Li
2rt
Amie Dignan
SEGD San Francisco Chapter
SF First Thursdays Art Walk
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