This painting features a prominent close-up view of two hands in prayer. The colors used are predominantly warm tones of yellow and ochre, contrasted against a cooler blue background. The hands are rendered in an expressionistic style, emphasizing the gestural, almost sculptural quality of the fingers and palms. The subject matter suggests a contemplative, devotional theme, with the praying hands conveying a sense of reverence and supplication. The artist's intention may have been to capture a universal human gesture of spiritual introspection and connection. ...
In this series “celebration chronicles” Azize Ferizi presents a series of eight paintings where the subjects are veiled in these shell-like, cloth-like structures, serving as unconventional garments. With each painting, she attempts to depict a distinct character that draws inspiration from prevalent stereotypes. By doing so, she focuses to shed light on the limitations and constraints imposed by these social constructs, inviting viewers to question and reflect upon their own perceptions. These characters are envisioned within the context of a fictional celebration or event, allowing for an engaging narrative to unfold.
Fashion plays a significant role in this series as it enables Azize to delve into a broader range of colors and materials. The figurative forms that characterized her earlier works are now articulated through a vibrant interplay of colors, shapes, and sizes. Each painting becomes a visual narrative, where the characters speak through the language of hues and compositions, conveying stories of identity, perception, and societal roles. Through the juxtaposition of celebration, fashion, and character archetypes, her intention is to spark conversations about the intricacies of individuality and the influence of societal constructs on our sense of self. The fluidity of the medium allows for an organic interplay between the painted surface and the fabric-like texture, creating a visual dialogue that blurs the boundaries between painting and sculpture.
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Exo Exo is a community of artists and the result of creative work and reflection around the emerging art scene. Founded in 2013 by Antoine Donzeaud and Elisa Rigoulet, in Antoine Donzeaud's studio in Paris, Exo Exo has established itself in France and internationally as a diverse project, a space and a program dedicated to the production and exhibition of emerging artists. The duo emphasizes the organic nature of their work, the importance of encounters and spontaneity, which are central to their commitment and approach. In 2021 Exo Exo embraces the gallery model and opens in 2023 a new exhibition space in Paris, near the vibrant heart of République, a few steps away from Le Marais, a landmark neighborhood for contemporary art and Parisian galleries. ...
