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Murathan Biliktu

A multidisciplinary designer, and the founder of Ephemera.

Questions about Post-Celebrity Hyper-Personalized Media Era and Navigating the Future of Work

Questions about Post-Celebrity Hyper-Personalized Media Era and Navigating the Future of Work

Navigating the Future of Work When Artificial Intelligence fully integrates into every aspect of our lives, what will happen? What will occur when our employers replace us with AI? If we cannot consume or afford their products, they too will falter alongside us. To capitalists, the people mean nothing unless

A woman on a couch; three people seen talking through a window.

A Tale of Self-Indulgent Children - The Curse

“The Curse” unfolds as a captivating TV series, presenting a narrative that is strikingly banal and linear, much like life itself. In this series, the expected climactic moments often lead to anti-climaxes, a true reflection of the everyday experiences we encounter. What sets “The Curse” apart is its embrace of

The Malignant National

The Malignant National

Caring about one's land and the governing systems of the land you are rightfully a part of is essential. It is crucial to resist threats from armies and bullies by fighting back. However, nationalism often deviates from this ideal; it is typically the least national, adopting foreign-imported ideologies

Designing Courage with Joel (Studio Mise)

Designing Courage with Joel (Studio Mise)

In this episode of Ephemera Portraits I interviewed Joel, the founder of Studio Mise in Toronto, sharing his journey and the story of the studio's first year. Joel discusses his initial challenges, like affording rent for the studio space and transforming it into a welcoming and creative environment.

How can someone believe in that?

How can someone believe in that?

People do not protect and defend their beliefs about their identities because they are logical or because the stories they have heard are correct. Rather, they grow up in environments that enforce these beliefs and identities upon them. This is their home, where they feel a sense of belonging. It&

If you aren't that, then what are you?

If you aren't that, then what are you?

A person is not defined by their language. Language is indeed a component of one's geopolitical and cultural context, but it does not represent the individual; a language does not equate to a nation. This is particularly evident today, as many people have grown up speaking English due

The image is a vintage cyanotype of Greek women from Trabzon in traditional dress on a terrace

On Defending the Greek

Greek civilization, with its iconic architecture and distinguished philosophers, is often heralded as the cornerstone of Western culture. It is commonly asserted that Greek heritage played a pivotal role in shaping the West. However, this perspective warrants a deeper exploration: Why do we perceive Greek culture in such a monolithic