Solo/duo presentation Fatima Barznge and Raafat Ballan/Galerie SANAA
Over the past few months, Fatima and Raafat have collaborated to develop a unique solo/duo presentation for Art Rotterdam that allows Fatima's abstract work and Raafat's figurative creations to coexist and interact, highlighting their differences and similarities. Both artists are profoundly inspired by personal memories related to their region. Their works of art refer to stories and symbolic elements drawn from their heritage, while also exploring the nuanced relationship between contemporary art and historical art movements. This presentation aims to reveal how past artistic styles resonate within contemporary artists' works, influencing their identities and creative processes. The challenge lies not only in recognizing these historical connections but also in understanding how they evolve and shape the artistic landscape today bringing forward new expressions. Their vision is to create a visual space that features paintings, drawings, and textiles, the wall will be painted in colours that frequently appear in their pieces, becoming an integral part of the overall display. These vibrant walls will add depth to their artwork. Fatima and Raafat aim to transform their personal memories into a collective narrative encompassing tradition, culture, language, textiles, architecture and nature to share with the public.