Sumayyah Samaha: Lines and Forms

Each piece in the series begins with the artist laying down forms on a blank canvas, allowing one form to naturally lead to another, creating a visual conversation. These forms, each with its own narrative, are connected by lines that serve as guiding threads, helping the viewer navigate the complex stories that unfold across the canvas.

The exhibition unveils Samaha’s exploration of form, line, and color in a series that began in 2014 and continues to evolve with each new creation.

The artist’s choice of medium is deliberate and purposeful, driven by the desired effect for each piece. Watercolors are employed for their transparency and lightness, while acrylics are chosen for their flatness and the ease with which they can be layered. As the artist's practice has developed, the canvases have grown larger, incorporating diptychs and triptychs that tell increasingly intricate and interconnected stories.

Samaha is celebrated for her profound engagement with color and meticulous attention to detail, continually pushing the boundaries of her artistic practice. ‘Lines and Forms’ is not just an exhibition but a tribute to the essence of painting itself, reflecting the artist's unwavering belief that the act of painting is central to her creative journey. This exhibition invites viewers to immerse themselves in the evolving narrative of Samaha’s work, where each piece deepens the dialogue between form, color, and expression.