Nour Malas's painting, "The Most Exotic Flower," bursts with vibrant reds, greens, and yellows, forming abstract, fluid shapes that evoke the petals of a flower. This dynamic composition conveys movement and growth, with expressive brushstrokes creating a sense of natural energy. The style is abstract yet organic, blending impressionistic techniques with vivid color contrasts. Influenced by her multicultural upbringing, Malas seeks to capture the harmonious beauty found in diverse, everyday environments. ...
Nour Malas attempts to find comfort in the mundane. Having also grown up in the United Arab Emirates and called several places home, Malas's practice is influenced by the multiple cities and cultures that were part of her upbringing.
CARBON 12 was established in 2008, initiating a comprehensive, firmly global, program of institution-grade artists. Internationally active, Carbon 12 continuously introduces and promotes both established and emerging artists to the
UAE contemporary art scene, supplementing its 6-8 annual exhibitions with diverse contextual activities including
publications and talks that actively engage the public and educational institutions. The playful, organic process that
constitutes the creative production of Carbon 12’s artist base is facilitated and mirrored by its location in Al Quoz. ...