Nadia Ayari
Biography
Nadia Ayari vibrant and thought-provoking works straddle abstraction and figuration. Ayari’s artwork is characterized by her vivid oil paintings that delve into narratives of survival, intertwining the personal and the political. She constructs imaginary scenarios inspired by elements of the flora of her native North Africa, striking a unique fusion of natural and fantastical motifs. Ayari breathes life into thriving scenes of branches, pink flowers, and leaves, evoking a sense of motion and connection against all odds. These compositions, rendered in thick and meticulously applied oil paint, endow her creations with a substantial and tangible presence, enhancing their relatability to the viewer. Ayari’s work explores the intersection of personal experience and geopolitics, frequently narrating stories related to how socio-political conflicts impact individuals. ...