(MENAFN- The Peninsula) Seldom do art shows reveal the artists' journey in creating their stunning works of art, but 'Process exhibition, unveiled by Al Markhiya Gallery on Tuesday, is a departure from run-of-the-mill shows.
On view until November 6 at Katara Art Centre, the exhibition is a fascinating look into the creative process of five unique artists in producing a diverse array of art pieces using different media to bring to light crucial concepts that matter.
Unlike typical exhibitions which are valued for the usual striking display of impeccable pieces, this particular show's appeal is firmly anchored on the idea of deconstructing the artworks by exploring the artists' inspirations and what they've gone through before coming up with the finished pieces.
The venue itself exudes an art studio vibe where art lovers can feel and experience the vibrancy of art production of each of the featured artists, with some of the exhibition spaces screening video clips while others displaying written texts on the artistic process.
In his graffiti art piece, Tunisian street artist Vajo stresses on how the rise of a massive chemical industry has negatively impacted Gabes, the city where he was born. He tells a story of how the industry turned from boon to bane, from providing the population economic opportunities to polluting the environment. Sadly though, the artist did not get to witness the beauty of his city since the industry's heavy impact struck before he was born, but through his art he attempts 'to recover the memory of those natural elements that have already disappeared and make what is hidden visible.
Qatari cartoonist and animation artist Abdulaziz Yousef, on the other hand, invites the viewer to start a journey of self-discovery to see the beauty of life by not giving in to fear and by silencing the voices of self-doubt and pride. He boldly conveys this important message through powerful arworks comprising a medley of acrylic paintings and mixed media installations.
Multidisciplinary Qatari artists and designers Maryam Al Semaitt and Nawar Al-Mutlaq deconstruct the QR5 bill to underline the effect of taking great wealth for granted. They have turned each image and shape in the currency into an art form using materials such as wood, acrylic and gold.
Award-winning Syrian artist and designer Bachir Mohamad presents designs of proposed coinage which trace Qatar's rulers from 1851 to present. The coins which bear their portraits accented with Qatari landmarks and calligraphic inscriptions are made using various metals such as gold, silver and bronze.
A pioneering private art gallery in Doha, Al Markhiya Gallery continues its mission of promoting, exhibiting and selling Qatari and Arab contemporary art. Doha's oldest privately owned art gallery, it is known for its flagship event '40 Minus' which is an annual exhibition that seeks to promote emerging artists under the age of 40.
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