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Tribune News Network
Doha
General Manager of the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) Dr Khalid bin Ibrahim al Sulaiti inaugurated an exhibition titled 'Language of Silence' on Monday in the presence of Sudanese Ambassador to Qatar HE Dr Yasser Khalaf Allah Khadir and a large number of art enthusiasts.
On display at Katara Art Centre, the exhibition by the Sudanese artist Islam Kamel presents 41 drawings of mixed media and acrylic that reflects the artist's silence over a period that lasted for six years.
The exhibition is open from 10am to 10pm, and will continue until May 5.
The exhibition opened with a Sudanese band playing African music while the assembled dignitaries and audience admired the drawings on display.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Sulaiti lauded the Sudanese artist for providing a glimpse of rich Sudanese culture and tradition, noting that some of the drawings represent ancient times that dated back to 6,000 years.
In an official statement, the Sudanese artist said,"My silence invaded every colour, every frame and across time. It's the voice of silence which haunted me for a long time. Through it, I saw the deepness of colour and word. I sought tranquility to both calm and inspire my senses."
Islam Kamel expressed his appreciation to the Cultural Village for offering a platform to showcase talent. The artist also described Katara as a cultural hub for all regional, local and international artists.
Sudanese envoy to Qatar said,"Today as we inaugurate this heart-warming exhibition, it is a confirmation of the fact that the Cultural Village Foundation strives to combine diversified cultures under one cultural hub. This exhibition of Islam Kamel beautifully illustrates the Sudanese civilisation through the characters and the choice of colours used."
The artist is a member of both the Qatar Fine Arts Association and the Sudanese Fine Arts Association.
He has conducted many exhibitions around the globe, including in the Gulf region, Europe, Asia and Australia.
