November 4 through November 27, 2010
Opening Reception November 4th, 2010 6-9:30pm
@ TRIBUTE GALLERY located at 625 NW 6th, #102
Sarah Farahat received her BFA in Intermedia Studies from PNCA in 2009. She is an activist-artist who challenges her audience to engage with topics and subjects that often are only encountered through 10-second sound bytes on CNN news. Her perspective originates from a deep connection to her participants, whether they are Iraqi immigrants, Central American freedom fighters or, as in the case of “Ahlan,” Palestinians whose daily lives are lived under the often out-of-focus lens of the world.
Sarah’s travels to Palestine and the West Bank were captured with video, photographs and visceral memories of those she encountered. “Ahlan” a greeting she heard everyday, simply means, “Welcome!” in Arabic. This most common greeting comes from coffee shops, old friends, family, and most importantly strangers. Always, people are welcome.
Curated by Andrea (Ray) Boyle, “Ahlan,” explores bridging the experience of Palestinians living in the West Bank and those in Gaza with this intermedia installation. With photos depicting youth in the West Bank and a hanging installation of the threatening leaflets dropped by the Israeli Defense Forces over Gaza, Sarah’s work is both emotionally and visually engaging. “Ahlan,” is a conversation piece welcoming in those who wish to explore the sensitive topic of apartheid, occupation, and oppression.
Throughout the month there will be nights of conversation focused around people’s experience of Palestine, their stories and insights.
November 16, 7pm-9pm: Tales from Palestine: a night of Storytelling
November 23, 7pm-9pm: Poetry reading
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Ahlan wa sahlan! All are welcome.
