art.in.points         Mohamed Hamida​

WHEN ONE MATCH REFUSES TO BURN the chain is broken. This artwork speaks a timeless truth: In a line of matches, it takes only one in the middle that refuses to ignite to break the chain. Fire feeds on continuity, it grows when one spark follows another without interruption. But if a single match remains still - if it does not surrender to the flame - the sequence ends. The destruction pauses. The fire starves. Today, here in Dubai, that metaphor feels painfully real. Missiles

Yes, truly, I am back ! Announced many times, but only partially realized. That "partial" return consists of eleven paintings - none of them finished. Six large ones, five medium-sized, and two small works. In German language, there is a distinction between "KUNSTMALER" - artists who may be mind-blowing creators, but who also work professionally on projects and complete them within a time frame, and "MALER", like me. I paint when inspiration flows through my fingers, and whe

As an artist, it's often difficult when you're not working in your own studio. That's why I've never accepted artist residencies. My work...