AMMAN — The
Q0DE Art Space is showcasing the work of Jordanian artists SalahEddin Al-Qawasmi
and AbdelRahman Hamdan at the “Perceptible Twists” exhibition until September
21.
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AbdelRahman
Hamdan and SalahEddin Al-Qawasmi’s artworks feature dynamic and pure forms that
stretch, expand, and slither.
Despite
their vastly distinct forms, both artists' work is characterized by a spirit of
critical theory. Viewers of their art are treated to spiritual experiences as a
result of their varied approaches to unique shapes, movement, and the absent
figures.
A photo
collection of pieces from the “Perceptible Twists” exhibition at Q0DE Art
Space. (Photos: Handouts from Q0DE Art Space)
AbdelRahman
Hamdan works with motion patterns as a medium, capturing movement in concrete
shapes, using a variety of artistic materials. While Hamdan's work is motivated
by a concern for the figure, any identifying traits are abstracted to pure
shape and color.
“I’ve been
drawing since childhood, I’ve studied sculpture, and participated in two previous
exhibitions,” Hamdan said in an interview with
Jordan News.
Hamdan uses
figures to represent random ideas, he chooses colors that express certain
feelings that fit an artwork’s theme. Abstract pieces from his showcased
collection were made from fiberglass, wood, and metal.
He said that
his artworks are based on his own thoughts and feelings. “I get inspired from
daily life,” Hamdan said, “I have a bunch of thoughts, and they all come at the
right time.”
According to
the artist, he does not describe his art works; instead, he leaves it up to the
viewer to figure out what the work is about. “The majority of the works are
abstract, and I prefer to give the audience space to imagine,” he said.
“This is a
great experience, my work is in harmony with Salah's work, and this is the
reason for the success of the Perceptible Twists exhibition,” Hamdan said.
A photo
collection of pieces from the “Perceptible Twists” exhibition at Q0DE Art
Space. (Photos: Handouts from Q0DE Art Space)
Qawasmi uses
oil on canvas to depict surreal and almost mythic places, pulling at the
strings of the unconscious. Biomorphic forms, natural components, and
occasionally portions of walls come together in bright and open-ended tales on
his canvases, which the viewer must decipher.
“I use the
automatic drawing technique, in which I draw shapes on paper at random and
develop them. Each shape has its own personality,” Qawasmi said. “I start with
a first draft as a sketch for the idea, then I start painting on canvas.”
He said the
viewer will feel the mood of the work and will start creating a scenario inside
his head in order to arrive at the idea behind the artwork.
“The colors
and shapes used in the paintings all interact with human emotions and feelings,”
the artist said.
He went on
to add that his work tries to create an unreal world out of genuine elements.
“My artworks represent open-ended stories that give the viewer the freedom to
create their own story, which stimulates the audience's imagination,” Qawasmi
said.
The Jabal
Amman-based QODE Art Space works with some of the region's newest and most renowned
artists to support local artists and cultural enrichment.
A photo
collection of pieces from the “Perceptible Twists” exhibition at Q0DE Art
Space. (Photos: Handouts from Q0DE Art Space)
Maral
Tajirian, the managing director at
Q0DE Art Space told
Jordan
News that QODE works with emerging artists. “I have been watching the
works of the artists AbdelRahman and SalahEddin for a long time, I liked to
sponsor them and market their work,” Tajirian said.
She said that
at QODE Art Space, they like to work with fresh local artists, and give them the
space to showcase their artworks.
“The
audience reacted positively, and the artists' artworks complement each other,”
Tajirian concluded.
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