Barely Hanging

Barely HangingOrigami Mixed Media Painting From my series Origami, it's alleged that a person can be granted one wish if they fold 1000 origami cranes. The paper bird has become a symbol of hope and healing. Samar Kamel is an acclaimed Egyptian artist, curator, and author who uses her signature tea bag technique to challenge cultural stereotypes and celebrate the multifaceted nature of the modern woman. A long standing curator for World Art Dubai, her narrative

and openness to different cultures through the painting

to see beauty not in performance but in readiness

In the foreground of the painting

Using the straw-blowing technique

where towering buildings fade into the soft glow of the evening sky

through which god and she sees

appreciate the subtle interplay of color

captivating African woman

where gusts of wind whip through the air and petals spin in a mesmerizing dance

natural beauty

green and purple with contrast background to enhance flowers

Created with acrylic paints on canvas