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Inside the harem where East meets West.txt
4:00Inside the harem where East meets WestIt's been argued that art from the Orientalism period,random dice roller mostly from the 19th Century and created for a European audience, subtly asserted Western superiority and pandered to the male gaze.Now, Ardan Ozmenoglu, an Istanbul based artist who uses elements of pattern and repetition, traditionally found in Islamic art, along with a distinctly pop art sensibility, is reframing the often problematic imagery of Orientalism.Join art critic Alastair Sooke as he meets Ardan at the Pera Museum to learn about the intriguing relationship between East and West.Presented by Alastair Sooke21 November 2023CultureArtArtsShareSaveExplore MoreThe strange origins of daylight savings time8 Mar 2025CultureHow the Swedes survive without small talk1 Jan 2025CultureWatch Keira Knightley play Cher's 'Believe' on her teeth6 Dec 2024CultureThe spectacular world of 'data sculpture'21 Nov 2023CultureThe photos that changed history9 Nov 2023CultureSurprising images from inside North Korea9 Nov 2023CultureWhat is Barbenheimer and why should we care?19 Jul 2023CultureEight of Tina Turner's most legendary songs25 May 2023CultureThe astonishing pagan origin of Christmas20 May 2023CultureA deep dive into a historical Eurovision win12 May 2023CultureCapoeira: Brazil’s oldest martial art28 Mar 2023CultureWhat is the most effective form of protest?24 Mar 2023CultureWhat horror films reveal about society's deepest fears21 Mar 2023CultureErn Malley: The influential Australian poet who never lived16 Feb 2023CultureNushu: The secret Chinese language men don't know18 Nov 2022CultureThe secret gallery where the super rich can buy dinosaurs22 Sep 2022CultureThe treaty still enforced after six centuries25 Aug 2022CultureThe school continuing an explosive heritage23 Aug 2022CultureRoad to modernity: The untold Marrakesh9 Jun 2022CultureThe one obsession all people in Istanbul have4 Apr 2022CultureHow clean, flat design became the go-to for big tech brandsDiscover how Paula came up with and sold the Windows 8 redesign that revolutionised the look of tech brands.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhen brand inspiration comes from a paper ticketWatch how Paula Scher created a flexible brand identity, inspired by the notch in a ticket.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhy understanding the client helps you find the best designFind out how the logo and graphics of a group of theatres were transformed and given a new personality.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherWhy good typography is so important to a brand's identitySee how Paula created the brand identities for the Met Opera and New York City Ballet with clever typography.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherThe success story of two logos becoming onePaula Scher describes the challenges of creating the logo for Citibank, and how it all started on a napkin.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherHow to be a designer and work with clientsMeet Paula Scher and learn about the role of a graphic designer and the impact of great design.18 hrs agoBBC Maestro - Paula ScherJapan's photo tomb that contained a historic legacyThe Japanese photographer who buried hundreds of photos and the journey to revive his legacy.23 hrs agoTime FrameHow to adjust the cues you give out to the worldLearn how to decide what version of yourself you're going to present, depending on what you want to achieve.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasThe power of making and owning decisionsLearn why making your own decisions is the key to increasing your confidence.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you don't need people to like youEvy explains that aiming to be liked is a distraction as it focuses on your needs rather than a good result.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you don't need the respect of othersLearn how seeking respect dips into ego and external validation and could derail you from what's important.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasHow to take control of how you respondEvy Poumpouras will show you how to handle your emotions and stay focused on what you want to achieve.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasThe power of absorbing informationLearn how to listen to improve your self-awareness. People will give you information, and that's power.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy you might need to change the people around youHow to avoid getting pulled into other people's conflict, drama, and complaining.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasHow to manage relationships and set boundariesImprove your ability to understand how the people in your life impact who you become.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWhy knowing yourself is half the equationMeet Evy Poumpouras and find out how her jaw-dropping experiences have taught her so much about life.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Evy PoumpourasWatch how Sabrina Carpenter warms up her voiceThe Espresso singer joins Eric Vetro in the studio to talk about her experience of being coached.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroWhy you need to relax your body to improve tuningWatch how the performance transforms when the singer relaxes her jaw muscles to improve her tuning.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroWhy it's all about finding your 'ping'Eric helps skilled soprano Eydie Alyson move her voice smoothly from chest to head with her chosen song.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric VetroHow to maintain your strong voice on lower notesWatch Eric Vetro in action as he helps a singer with exercises that strengthen her lower notes.2 days agoBBC Maestro - Eric Vetro
