Erhan Coral

Born: 1966 in Istanbul, Turkey
Lives and Works: Istanbul, Turkey

I’m a self-thought photographer who was born and raised amidst the vibrant streets of Istanbul.

The heart of my work lies in my understanding of humanity. The lens captures not only faces but the essence of emotions – the wrinkles that tell stories, the laughter that transcends language, and the moments of solitude that connect us all. The images serve as a mirror, reflecting the universal experiences that bind us together, regardless of cultural backgrounds.

While Istanbul remains my muse, I have never been content to stay confined within a single frame. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity, I embarked on journeys to distant lands. From the mystical traditions of Mexico to the vibrant streets of India, I sought out the beauty of diverse cultures and the uniqueness of foreign environments.

Awards

  • 2023
    Travel Photographer Of The Year, Highly Commended, Leisure & Adventure, Suffolk, United Kingdom
  • 2023
    Travel Photographer Of The Year, Finalist - Visual Stories, Suffolk, United Kingdom
  • 2023
    Monochrome Photography Awards, 3rd Place - Photojournalism, countries.null
  • 2023
    Monochrome Photography Awards, Honorable Mention - Street, countries.null
  • 2023
    Tokyo International Photography Awards, Honorable Mention, Tokyo, Japan
  • 2023
    Natural Density Photography Awards, Honorable Mention - Architecture, countries.null
  • 2023
    International Photography Awards, Finalist / Official Selection, Los Angeles, United States
  • 2023
    PX3 Prix De La Photographie Paris, Book Category Winner / Best New Talent, Paris, France
  • 2023
    PX3 Prix De La Photographie Paris, Silver - Press/Travel/Tourism, Paris, France
  • 2023
    Sony World Photography Awards, National Award Winner, London, United Kingdom
  • 2023
    Sony World Photography Awards, Shortlist, Open Competition, London, United Kingdom
  • 2023
    IFSAK 9th International Photo Contest, Honorable Mention, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2022
    MIFA, Bronze Medal, People/Culture, Moscow, Russian Federation
  • 2022
    Monovisions, Honorable Mention - Photojournalism Category, countries.null
  • 2021
    Natural Density Photography Awards, Honorable Mention - Photojournalism, countries.null
  • 2021
    Good Light International Photo Contest, Honorable Mention, Belgrade, Serbia
  • 2020
    Monovisions, Honorable Mention, Street Photography, countries.null
  • 2020
    Tokyo International Foto Awards, Honorable Mention, Tokyo, Japan

Selected solo exhibitions

  • 2024
    Metropolis Chronicles, Galeri 77, Istanbul
  • 2022
    Alone in the City, Yapıkredi Bomontiada, Istanbul

Selected group exhibitions

  • 2024
    Travel Photographer Of The Year Exhibition, Sharjah, UAE
  • 2023
    PX3 Paris Photo Prize Exhibition, Paris Photo Week, Paris
  • 2023
    Sony World Photography Awards Exhibition, Somerset House, London
  • 2022
    Istanbul Istanbul Day and Night, IFSAK Exhibition Hall, Istanbul
  • 2021
    Color and Graphic, Kustmatrix
  • 2021
    In the Quarantine, Kunstmatrix
  • 2020
    Light, Shadow & Graphic, IFSAK Exhibition Hall, Istanbul

Bibliography

  • Erhan Coral, "Alone in the City" 2022: 36
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