Accent (2022) | Roudhahamad

Accent
2021-2

Oil on Canvas, Photography, Clay

To idealize one's culture is to elevate its stories, values, and symbols, painting them in a light that is both aspirational and rooted in reverence. As I embark on a journey of self-discovery, navigating the vast seas of tradition, identity, and modernity, this body of work becomes a mirror of our resilience and adaptability. In this dance of creation, both the I and the audience are invited to question, celebrate, and reimagine what it means to belong and to become.

The Sailor (2022)

Oil on Canvas
60x90 cm

This portrayal delves into the solitary essence of maritime exploration, echoing the resourceful endeavors of our ancestors in pearl diving. It captures not just the physical elements of maritime history but also the intangible aspects of human experience – the resilience, determination, and adaptability required in the search for pearls. This artwork serves as a bridge connecting the historical pursuit of oceanic resources to the broader narrative of human interaction with the sea, embodying the spirit of discovery and survival that characterized our ancestors' pearl diving adventures.

Land (2022)

Double exposure
B&W 35mm Film

Using surrealistic techniques, I intended to layer lush and arid landscapes, to create a fantastical juxtaposition that documents the UAE's varied landscapes, challenging stereotypes and underscoring the need to preserve such natural diversity.

Gazelle Blood (2022)

Glazed Clay
10x8 cm

The sculpture of a gazelle, bisected and tinted in a vivid, blood-like hue, embodies both grace and vitality. This bold artistic choice prompts a reevaluation of traditional symbols and the way nomadic civilizations' gazelle hunting practices have been archived and represented. The sculpture's dramatic coloring and form challenge conventional views, inviting deeper contemplation on the cultural significance of these ancient practices.

25 Fils (2022)

Glazed Clay
40x40xm

By transforming everyday objects like coins into extraordinary spectacles by magnifying them and using contrasting colors offers a surrealistic perspective that aims to shift viewers' perceptions of the mundane.