Painter talks about how he came to be granted 'distinguished talent' visa

Sydney-based Turkish artist Mertim Gokalp moved to Australia in 2009 and has since participated in many group exhibitions, held several solo exhibitions and recieved awards. His contribution to the contemporary Australian art scene has been recognised by the Australian Government, which granted him a ‘distinguished talent’ visa, allowing him to live and work in Australia. Gokalp, talks to the SBS Radio Turkish Program about his upcoming projects, as well as how he got to reiceve a distinguished talent visa... (AUDIO IN TURKISH)

Turkish Australian artist Mertim Gokalp and his family in front of one of his works. Source: Supplied