‘ISTORIA: A RETROSPECTIVE REIMAGINING MIDDLE EASTERN FEMINISM WITH LEILA NSEIR’ AT AYYAM GALLERY

In a recent article, Selections Arts highlights our exhibition titled Istoria: A Retrospective Reimagining Middle Eastern Feminism with Leila Nseir.  ⁠
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The text addresses Nseir’s connection to Middle Eastern culture, commitment to addressing social issues and intersection of personal and collective struggle. Alongside, the text details the narrative of four artworks that are included in the retrospective. ⁠
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The text reads:⁠
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“This deeply personal self-portrait, adorned in bridal attire, captures the complexity of her relationship with her art, which she considers her true partner. The subtle tears represent the sacrifices made in choosing her craft over conventional relationships, illuminating the liberating yet burdensome nature of her commitment”⁠