Sept 14 • Arab Artist Series: Rama Duwaji on Burhan Karkutli
Join us for an interactive talk and workshop on the Syrian artist Burhan Karkutli’s life and work. Experiment with ink drawing and mark making as we look into the world of political art and it’s visual language. We will be using simple tools to explore key issues, and utilize protest signs as a form of art.
Our Arab Artist Series introduces the work of renowned artists from the region with presentations and hands-on creative workshops led by a contemporary artist.
Burhan Karkutli (1930–2021), a Syrian illustrator, specialized in distinctive black and white linework and strong graphic motifs. He primarily used ink and watercolor to create art focused on political and social issues, with a notable emphasis on the Palestinian cause. Although he settled in Germany, Karkutli’s inspiration remained deeply rooted in the Arab world, particularly his birthplace of Damascus and the Palestinian people. As he put it, “Damascus gave me the beauty of art and the beauty of politics in one package.”
Rama Duwaji is a Syrian illustrator and animator based in Brooklyn, NYC. Using drawn portraiture and movement, Rama examines the nuances of sisterhood and communal experiences. Through this lens she has worked with a variety of clients, most notably the Washington Post, BBC, Apple, Spotify, and VICE. She has also taught workshops on both illustration and animation alongside It’s Nice That in 2021.
You can learn more about Rama and her work on instagram and her website
Suitable for all ages!
1 ticket per family / participant
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14th
10am - 12pm
Materials provided.
Limited capacity.
Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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