artiststatement

I am first and foremost a Human, then a Woman, then an Arab, then an Iraqi, then a Canadian, then a student, then an artist. All of these factors play a role in my thoughts. My artwork is derived from all of the questions that come about when trying to figure out all of these labels, all of these categories, all of these constructions. The instructions I give to you while viewing the gallery is to consider the context. Consider all the elements around you right now, consider the situation we are in, and place yourself outside of the box. Enjoy.
But remember.... This is (still) all a Construction.

 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Operation Iraqi Freedom?
March, 2003
Oil on masonite
4 feet by 5 feet


Painted during the War of 2003, this painting reflects on the essence of Iraq, beaten,
bruised, broken but still standing, watching over her land. Iraq is represented as both a woman, and a palm tree, bearing witness to all the suffering taking place within its land.