Fann À Porter Dubai is currently holding Void and Form, a solo show by renowned Jordanian artist Bader Mahasneh. One has an opportunity to admire his acrylic paintings and photographic artworks characterised by melancholic dark colour palettes, as well as his sculptures. The last day of the exhibition is 30 August 2023.
Mahasneh’s art draws from philosophies (he is particularly influenced by German philosopher Martin Heidegger) and complex human condition. He examines the interaction between humanity and machinery (the “void”) and the relationship between destruction and creation (“building of form”). Translating the intricate 3D densities of painting into sculptures, the artist believes that painting offers an illusion, while in sculpture, the object exists.
With years of research into Jordan’s geology under his belt, Mahasneh employs historically significant materials, such as igneous rock and Carrara marble, to create his sculptures. In his opinion, natural materials’ impurities also add to their uniqueness. His stone sculptures from the Chaos series carved from the substance which birthed the Earth and Heavens convey a sense of beauty and tranquillity.
The exhibition also showcases the artist’s photographs. The models depicted in the pictures are merged with their surroundings. Using special camera techniques and lighting, Mahasneh achieves this effect in a single shot and in a single layer.
About the artist
Bader Mahasneh (b. 1977, Jerash, Jordan) is a painter, sculptor, and photographer who resides in Amman, Jordan. He obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Yarmouk University (Irbid, Jordan) in 2001. However, Mahasneh has always been passionate about art, so In 2002, he joined the painting studio at Yarmouk University and participated in designing the theatre décor in 2002-2004. He also received the third prize of the young artists competition. In 2006, he took part in several printmaking workshops at the National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman.
One of the key themes Mahasneh delves into in his work is the human figure’s transformation through time and media. Using rough surfaces and illuminated figures, in his paintings the artist reflects the inner angst between man and the place he occupies within the universe.
The artist has displayed his artworks in over 10 solo shows and more than 30 group exhibitions all around the globe, which include Metamorphoto (Wolkonsky Gallery, Munich, Germany, 2013); a show at Vindemia Art Gallery (Dubai, UAE, 2012); Exposures (Jacaranda Images, Amman, Jordan, 2010); shows at The French Cultural Center (Amman, 2002) and The Orient gallery (Amman, 2007); and others.
To learn more about Void and Form, please visit the show’s official web page.
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