archival inkjet print in aluminum artist's frameFrançois Ghebaly
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The visual elements of this artwork feature a muted, almost monochromatic palette, with the predominant colors being shades of gray and white. The composition emphasizes negative space, with the bare branches of the trees casting intricate, delicate shadows against the wall. The overall impression is one of minimalism and restraint, drawing the viewer's attention to the interplay of light, shadow, and form.
The subject matter appears to be a simple, everyday scene - a person standing with their hand raised, casting a shadow against the wall. This understated gesture suggests a quiet contemplation or interaction with the environment.
The artistic style and technique employed in this piece seem to be influenced by modernist and abstract traditions, prioritizing the exploration of visual elements over a specific narrative or representational subject. The deliberate use of light, shadow, and minimalist forms creates a sense of mood and atmosphere rather than a specific story.
In terms of context, this artwork may be reflective of the artist's interest in capturing fleeting, ephemeral moments and the interplay between the human presence and the natural world, inviting the viewer to pause and observe the beauty in the simplest of daily experiences. ...
Working primarily with photography, video and performance, Farah Al Qasimi (b. 1991, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates) examines postcolonial structures of power, gender and taste in the Gulf Arab states. Dividing her time between Dubai and New York, Al Qasimi has integrated her practice as a social critique and observation of the layered aspects of each place indirectly. Through her bold and vibrant photographs, she explores the unspoken social norms and values embedded in a place, a moment or an object. Her thought-provoking images act as an invitation for the viewer to sense the unspoken boundaries that govern the scenes which they catch a glimpse of. Al Qasimi’s recent works challenge the viewer to consider their own understanding of reality, aspiration, individuality and the reflected image. In series such as 'Funhouse', Al Qasimi demonstrates her skill with mise-en-scene in photographs that are richly detailed, evoking a tromp-l’oeil effect, which are at turns delightful, delirious and disturbing. Elsewhere, the artist creates works that confront commonplace notions of figurative photography and portraiture. ...
Since 2009, François Ghebaly has presented an innovative, eclectic program of Los Angeles-based and international artists. With a history of identifying and championing diverse voices and emerging talent, the gallery’s roster has grown to include 27 artists and 2 artist estates, ranging from early career, such as Sharif Farrag and Ludovic Nkoth, to mid-career, like Christine Sun Kim, Meriem Bennani, Kelly Akashi, Farah Al Qasimi, and Genesis Belanger, to well established, including Sayre Gomez, Kathleen Ryan, Neïl Beloufa and Candice Lin as well as underground legends, like Patrick Jackson and Mike Kuchar. The gallery advances the reach of its artists’ visions by publishing exhibition catalogues and producing artist editions. Located since 2013 in a 12,000 square foot warehouse space in Downtown Los Angeles, the gallery is a mainstay of the burgeoning Arts District community, and recently expanded to New York's Lower East Side. François Ghebaly’s program demonstrates a commitment to challenging work across all media and to fostering the progressive, boundary-pushing practices of its artists. ...
