Galip Körükçü

He was born in Avanos in 1955. He started making pottery in his father's workshop at the age of six. He completed his high school in Nevşehir and higher education in Ankara. His works have constantly received major attention from turkish and foreign press and media. He helds ceramic courses to spread the art of ceramics. His idea of collecting the hair of women and creating a Hair Museum - the purpose of which was to raise course participation - received a lot of attention from both local and foreign women. This collection has found its place into the Guiness Book of Records. He has promoted Avanos pottery making by participating in various fairs and organizations both in Turkey and abroad. Körükçü, who has been involved with pottery making for over 39 years, is married and has three children.

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