HESHAM MALIK: ANEKDOTA
In today's society, the increasingly obvious process of cultivating a sense of self-identity and meaning involves a path to reclaiming the basic right to self-ownership and ownership of one's own voice, narrative, and its anchoring in physical presence. Crucially, the active effort to recognize the right to exist, to affirm one's worth, beauty and ability to love is a significant effort that moves the individual from a state of insignificance to a state of significance. This exhibition is about how to achieve this state. How to assert your meaning.
With the exhibition called "Anecdotes", the author Hesham Malik immerses himself in personal narratives, where he examines individual and shared experience. The remarkable stories of individuals are both compelling and thought-provoking, representing the range of challenges and triumphs that are pervasive in our society. The author of this exhibition is the internationally recognized artist Hesham Malik, whose paintings serve visitors as a tangible source of inspiration and motivation.
Hesham Malik has dedicated more than three decades of his career to serving the artistic community worldwide through his paintings, photographs and sculptures. His artistic contribution has been recognized nationally and internationally, he has exhibited in various places in Africa, Great Britain, the United States, Canada, the Czech Republic, Germany and France, among others. Malik's artistic work is characterized by a focus on spatial and social justice, which he achieves through a model of co-creation, which allows both young and adults to become creative actors in the process. This approach reflects its commitment to fostering a participatory and inclusive arts community.
The narratives presented in the exhibition "Anecdotes" are honest and motivating at the same time, showing that a sense of personal importance can lead to unlimited success. Striking changes in art technique are attributed to the use of vivid hues as a primary means of communication.
Hesham Malik is an internationally recognized artist known for his distinctive approach to contemporary modern art. He studied art at the University of Waterloo in Canada and specialized in art and design at the Parsons School of Design and the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
He has developed a unique artistic expression characterized by vivid colors, complex textures and a deep connection with the cultural and everyday life of the people. Malik's works are influenced by his direct interactions with diverse communities around the world, and his art often explores themes of unity, the human psyche, and the intermingling of Eastern and Western cultures. His ability to tell complex stories using layered artistic techniques has earned him recognition in many exhibitions around the world, including New York, London, Dubai and more.
Malik's art is not only aesthetically appealing, but also serves educational and social purposes. He collaborates with institutions such as schools and museums, integrating his work into educational programs and community projects, which has brought him considerable attention and respect from various organizations.
The opening will take place on Tuesday, January 28th from 5:00 PM.
29. 1.–24. 2. ** UFFO Gallery ** open: Monday–Friday 8:00–18:00, Saturday 10:00–18:00 ** admission 30 CZK, children 15 CZK, children under 3 years free
The project is being implemented with the financial support of the Hradec Králové Region.
