معرفی
Elif Tarlakazan is an Associate Professor at the Department of Graphic Design, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, Kastamonu University, Turkey. With a career spanning over two decades, she has held academic roles such as Assistant Professor (2015-2021) and Research Assistant (1999-2012) at Gazi University and Kastamonu University.
- Education:
- PhD in Art Education, Gazi University (2004-2010)
- MA in Graphic Education, Gazi University (2001-2004)
- BA in Applied Arts Education, Gazi University (1994-1998)
Research Interests focus on Graphic Design, Graphic Illustration and Printing, and Visual Communication. Her work explores typography, digital tools (e.g., Wacom tablets), sustainable packaging, and social poster design for issues like climate crisis and earthquake awareness. She integrates minimalist approaches and conceptual art into visual identity and narrative structures.
Publication Trends emphasize technology in design (AI, 3D printing), social advocacy (animal rights, climate crisis), and pedagogical innovations (problem-based learning, distance education). Her scientific awards include the 2017 Bilim Teşvik Ödülü (Scientific Incentive Award) and 2008 Başarı Belgesi-Plaket (Success Certificate-Plaque) from women’s academic societies.
- Thesis Supervision: Advised 6 graduate students (2020-2025) on topics like typographic stamp design, character design analysis, and sustainable packaging.
- Projects: Led 7 funded initiatives, including Wacom Tablet Applications (2023-2024), Kastamonu Motifs via Sublimation Printing (2024-2025), and infrastructure projects for graphic design labs.
Artistic Contributions span 109 international/national exhibitions (2003-2025), including solo shows like 100. Yıldan Mektuplar (2023) and group exhibitions on themes like Climate Crisis and Postmodern Mail Art. She co-authored 4 book chapters and served on 10 collaborative projects.
