My work explores themes of oppression, identity, and the slow, silent death of traditions, cultures, and nature. As a woman... Read More
My work explores themes of oppression, identity, and the slow, silent death of traditions, cultures, and nature. As a woman from the Middle East, I use painting to protest against the limitations imposed on women—limitations that persist quietly yet powerfully across generations.
In my recent series, I wrap human figures in shrouds and traditional clothing to represent both the invisibility of women and the fading of cultural identity. These figures stand motionless, often entangled in ropes, symbolizing a quiet kind of death—not dramatic or violent, but still deeply tragic. Through this, I reflect on the silent disappearance of forests, historical structures, and customs under the pressure of modern neglect.
I use symbolic layering, muted tones, and carefully constructed compositions to evoke stillness and restraint. My aim is not to scream, but to whisper—loud enough to disturb the silence. Each piece is a form of resistance, a visual mourning, and a subtle call to remember what is being lost.
My work lies at the intersection of personal history and collective trauma, rooted in cultural specificity yet speaking to broader human experiences. Through this residency, I hope to expand my practice within a new context and engage in dialogue with artists from diverse backgrounds who, like me, use art as a voice for the unheard.
