Sebiha Demir

Sebiha Demir

Sebiha Demir (1978), born in Lochem and currently living and working in The Netherlands, graduated from the Aki-Artez Academy for Art & Design in 2004.

Bullets transformed into lifelike wildlife 

Demir creates striking sculptures of animals using an unconventional medium: .22 bullet shells repurposed from police training exercises. This choice of material serves as a powerful symbol, reinforcing the underlying message of her work. Demir draws inspiration from the growing threat that human actions pose to exotic animals, exploring the complex and often ambiguous relationship between humans and the animal kingdom. Her sculptures, featuring gorillas, elephants, panthers, penguins, and bears, are characterized by playful poses and luminous, almost fuzzy surfaces that imbue them with a pet-like, cuddly quality. This juxtaposition heightens the contrast between the sculptures’ initial charming appearance and the grave message Demir seeks to convey.

Education

• Graduated from the Aki-Artez Academy for Art & Design, 2004