Out of Africa celebrates a double exhibition of painting with Miska Mohmmed and sculpture with Rémy Samuz from October 28 to December 3, 2023.
Opening on Saturday, October 28 at 7:30 p.m. with a dance performance and cava cocktail.
RÉMY SAMUZ
Iron Man
Born in 1982 in Cotonou, Benin. Lives and works in Cotonou, Benin
Rémy SAMUZ has masterfully honed the art of weaving wire, a technique that grants him the ability to craft strikingly large creations with a harmonious blend of rigidity and weightlessness, showcasing remarkable dexterity. However, within the delicate interplay of volume, transparencies, and intricately expressed faces and attitudes, lies a profound narrative – one exclusively centered around the human form.
In 2023, Rémy Samuz’s artistic journey reached new heights with a prestigious showcase at Art Madrid with OOA GALLERY. This marked a significant milestone following a series of notable exhibitions and achievements in previous years. In 2022, Samuz participated in the
exhibition “Arts of Benin, yesterday and today” at Marina Palace, Cotonou, Benin, shedding light on the complex historical and contemporary narratives of Beninese art. In 2019, the artist engaged in an enriching artistic residency titled “Transfer” at the Blachère Foundation in Apt, France, expanding the horizons of creativity and collaboration. The years prior were marked by a diverse array of international exhibitions, including solo exhibitions, such as “Conférences de Femmes” at the French Institute in Cotonou, Benin, and participation in prestigious events like the Dak’Art Biennial in Dakar, Senegal.
MISKA MOHMMED
Highlands of Sudan
Born in 1995 in Omdurman, Sudan. Lives and works in Nairobi, Kenya.
Miska Mohmmed’s art transcends boundaries, immersing us in a timeless dance between reality and imagination. Her mastery of oils and acrylics, honed through “en plein air” experiences and a deep understanding of nature, translates into semi-abstract landscapes. These canvases, adorned with sweeping horizontal lines, capture the essence of the terrains that inspire her.
Trained at the College of Fine and Applied Arts, Sudan University, Mohmmed’s work has graced prestigious exhibitions globally, from Dubai to London and New York. Through her participation in renowned events like Art Dubai, Art X Lagos and Invested Cape Town Art Fair she has woven a narrative that celebrates the enduring power of landscape art.
In her art, Sudan’s vibrant spirit lives on, inviting us to ponder the delicate interplay between reality and imagination, reaffirming the timeless allure of nature as a wellspring of creativity.