Bootcamp Gabes 2023 Artists – INTERFERENCE

Zeineb Kaabi

Bettina Pelz — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:16:39 +0000

EXHIBITION
3 — 5 OCT 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTISTIC BOOTCAMP
11 — 17 SEP 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTWORK

Through her artwork, Zaineb is confronting the people about the mournful situation in Gabes. Meticulously gathering data from different resources, she shows the persistent issue of pollution in Gabes. Her work transcends the boundaries of mere artistry, serving as a clarion call for collective action. In the face of a history marred by inaction and empty words, Zaineb’s work implores individuals to transcend the shadows of the past and usher in a new era of change. It is a testament to the power of art to inspire action and instigate transformative progress, challenging us all to be catalysts for positive change in the world.

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Haifa Ouerfelli

Bettina Pelz — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:08:40 +0000

EXHIBITION
3 — 5 OCT 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTISTIC BOOTCAMP
11 — 17 SEP 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTWORK

Haifa Ouerfeli’s art invites the audience to pause, meditate, and contemplate its essence. She deliberately chose the stark contrast of black and white as her primary elements, with each color encapsulating the myriad emotions she encountered during her time in Gabes. Black embodies the duality of generosity and greed, while white symbolizes the interplay between hope and grief. Through this artistic fusion, she encourages viewers to delve into the complex emotions and reflections that her work evokes.

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Amira Chihaoui

Bettina Pelz — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 14:08:15 +0000

EXHIBITION
3 — 5 OCT 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTISTIC BOOTCAMP
11 — 17 SEP 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTWORK

Amira Chihaoui’s art illuminates the beach sand’s texture, reminiscent of Gabes’ essential mud. This visual sparks intriguing thoughts about nature’s resilience in the face of pollution, suggesting that it mimics these textures elsewhere to assert its dominance. She employs the colors green and red, symbolizing toxicity, adding depth to her exploration of environmental challenges. In essence, Amira’s artwork provokes contemplation of the delicate balance between nature’s persistence and human impact.

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Achref Guesmi

Bettina Pelz — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 11:44:46 +0000

EXHIBITION
3 — 5 OCT 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTISTIC BOOTCAMP
11 — 17 SEP 2023 | Gabes (tn)

ARTWORK

Achref Guesmi’s artwork takes us on a journey of contradictions within the same location. On one side, he captures the vibrant life of fishermen as they go about their daily work, portraying the essence of what this place is meant to be. On the other side, the backdrop tells a different story, with the burned tona usine and the polluted sea, evidence of the impact of the Groupe Chimique’s activities. Through these contrasting scenes, Achref’s artwork speaks volumes about the complex and contradictory nature of this site, where the promise of life and the reality of environmental damage coexist.

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