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Konur Koldaş is a Research Fellow at Trakya University's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Graphic Design, specializing in traditional printing techniques. He completed his doctorate at Anadolu University in 2022 and has served as a research assistant since 2013.
His academic journey includes:
- High School: Antalya Anatolian Highschool (1998)
- Bachelor's Degree: Akdeniz University, Faculty of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Department (2003)
- Master's Degree: Anadolu University, Graduate School of Fine Arts (2016) - Thesis: Letterpress and Its Revival
- Doctoral Degree: Anadolu University, Graduate School of Fine Arts (2022) - Thesis: A Letterpress Workshop Suggestion for Trakya University Faculty of Fine Arts Graphic Design Department
Koldaş's research centers on the revival of letterpress printing within contemporary design practice, examining its historical significance and modern pedagogical applications. His work bridges traditional craftsmanship with digital-era design education, emphasizing tactile learning and cultural preservation in graphic arts curricula. He investigates how historical printing methods inform current design theory and studio practice.
His 2019 publication analyzes letterpress's resurgence in the 21st century, positioning it as a vital counterpoint to digital production. The research demonstrates how historical techniques enhance students' understanding of typographic principles and materiality, arguing for their integration into modern design education through dedicated workshop spaces.
Koldaş has secured two significant research grants from Trakya University:
- Trakya University Faculty of Fine Arts and Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Joint Illustration Workshop and Exhibition (2019)
- "Art Dialogues" Scientific/Artistic Meeting Organization Support Project (2018-2019), facilitating knowledge exchange among artists and scientists
