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Alaa Abou ShaheenUntitled2013
2013
$4,500
£3,415.59
€3,991.33
CA$6,271.89
A$7,070.54
CHF 3,747.60
MX$87,169.14
NOK 45,556.76
SEK 43,787.30
DKK 29,768.48
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Alaa Abou Shaheen, a renowned artist born in the vibrant city of Damascus in 1982, stands out as a master of utilizing satire, irony, and caricature to bring his unique artistic visions to life. Graduating with distinction from the Faculty of Fine Arts at Damascus University in 2006, he went on to share his wealth of knowledge as a dedicated Fine Arts Professor in the city of Aleppo.
At the heart of Abou Shaheen's captivating artworks lies an unquenchable drive to unravel the intricate tapestry of life's contradictions and absurdities. Through his distinct lens, he often crafts his pieces in the form of figures and animals, seamlessly weaving in common Arab tropes and allegorical references that resonate deeply within the cultural fabric.
The donkey, an emblem of stubbornness, takes on a central role in his visual narratives, standing as a metaphorical cornerstone in his commentary on human nature. With a stroke of genius, he molds this symbol into his narratives, emphasizing the resilience and steadfastness that characterizes existence.
What distinguishes Abou Shaheen is his artistic versatility, an expansive canvas that spans across an array of media. His creations come to life through the delicate manipulation of soft sculptures, the intricate craftsmanship of metalwork, the vividness of painting, the dynamic nature of collage, and the synergy of mixed media. This dynamic approach reveals an artist who thrives on innovation and experimentation, tirelessly pushing the boundaries of his craft.
The characters that populate Abou Shaheen's art evoke a sense of familiarity while existing in a realm of playful distortion. Childlike figures, their eyes exaggeratedly bulging, noses and ears disproportionately enlarged, and moustaches elongated, serve as the conduits for his nuanced commentary.
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BORN
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• 2000 French Cultural Centre, Amman
• 2001 French Cultural Cnetre, Doha
• 2002 Steel and Asphalt Memory, French Cultural Centre, Doha
• 2004 Blocks, Orfali Gallery, Amman
• 2007 Beard Land, Karmin Gallery, Amman
• 2008 Beard Code, Sultan Gallery, Kuwait
• 2011 Yusuf, Al Bareh Art Gallery, Bahrain
• 2012 Rosewater, Wade Wilson Art Gallery, Houston Texas
• 2014 The Truth, Wade Wilson Art Gallery, Houston Texas
• 2015 Reconquista, Meem Gallery Dubai
• 2016 Criterion, Albareh Gallery, Manamam Bahrain
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• 1997 Environment and Surroundings in Iraqi Art, Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts
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