Istanbul doesn’t just connect East and West. It brings them to life through art. In this city where history and modern culture move in perfect step, the fifth edition of ARTCONTACT Istanbul will take place from May 21 to 25, 2025, reaffirming its position as one of the most vibrant moments on the international art calendar.

From Frida Kahlo and Georgia O’Keeffe to Marina Abramović and Shirin Neshat, these legendary women shaped modern art through passion, vision, and fearless creativity that continues to inspire.