The beauty of Damascene architecture and Arabic calligraphy at the “Fragrance of Jasmine” exhibition
The young visual artist Iman Hamam has embodied her love for Damascene architecture and for Arabic Calligraphy through her solo exhibition entitled “Fragrance of Jasmine, held at Al-Midan Cultural Center in Damascus.
Iman displays in her exhibition paintings of varying sizes, ranging from medium to large. She used oil and acrylic techniques and various materials on canvas.
The topics of her paintings includes Damascene architecture, silent nature, roses and horses, in addition to calligraphy through calligraphy works in a realistic, impressionistic style.
The artist Iman said: “I seek, through my paintings, to reflect the aesthetics of the old Damascene houses and neighborhoods and the symbols of our ancient civilization, and for this reason, I chose “The Fragrance of Jasmine” as the title of the exhibition.”
Iman added that her drawings are ispirrd by the Syrian cultural heritage, especially the Arabic letter and its aesthetics.
The Arabic letter is elegant in its composition, diversity and beauty, she pointed out.
The young visual artist, Iman Hamam, studied art privately and participated in several local collective art exhibitions.
Nada Haj Khidr