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Voices of Tomorrow

Contemporary Arts Curator recognised my contribution to the contemporary art practice and published my profile in their new book titled Voices of Tomorrow.

For over three decades, I have established myself as a leading fine art painter and video artist, with an unwavering commitment to exploring the human condition through my work. In my current research project, I delve deep into the vacuum of hypnotic repetition, seeking to capture the essence of people suspended in this state of being. I travel the world, interviewing and recording individuals who struggle to exist in the context of their survival. This research has led to ground-breaking primary sources and evidence, with my most significant findings coming from places such as Haiti, Myanmar and Guinea Bissau. My resulting paintings are nothing short of spectacular, pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques to create innovative and captivating visual responses that blend the best of the old with the new.

Alongside my artistic pursuits, I work full-time as a programme coordinator for Art & Design at a reputable institution, which offers a broad range of Further and Higher Education qualifications. I am also an external examiner for the University of The Arts, London, and the Academic Qualifications Alliance. My expertise in the field has earned me recognition, including the International Vision Collector’s Award and the Power of Creativity Art Prize by the Contemporary Art Curator Magazine.

With my unwavering passion for art and dedication to excellence, I continue to inspire and challenge others with my work and academic pursuits.

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River of Dreams Exhibition

I have been invited by Contemporary Art Curator, a major international art magazine, to exhibit a selection of my paintings. The new show is titled a river of dreams.

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‘Insight Out’ – Presentation by Dr. Joana Casaca Lemos

I am very excited about my recent invitation by Atolye, Dubai’s Creative Hub, to join an online presentation by Dr. Joana Casaca Lemos. She is a designer, researcher and educator, who specialises in interdisciplinary work. Her current engagements include her involvement in an independent run consultancy that supports organisations with research and writing a book titled: ‘When Research is Mesearch.’ She has worked with organisations such as Daimler, Sustainable Oceans Alliance, Business Council for Sustainability, Forum for the Future, among others. 
Joana is a Fellow of the Royal Society of the Arts UK and holds a PhD from Central Saint Martins College of Art in London. 


The aim of Joana’s presentation was to provide a space for creative professionals to reflect and assess their personal growth with reference to their practice. She proposed to question the value of work experiences, which are transformative? The other deliberations were concerned with looking at what makes us feel uncomfortable and, therefore, challenged our understanding of the world.

Joana started by sharing her journey and reflective practice to introduce a framework drawn from her experience as a design researcher. Subsequently,  all participants were guided through a collaborative activity, which enabled them to reflect on their practice and articulate their own ‘me-search’.

Joana’s intellectual provocation was very inspiring, as follows:

“As curious creatives we often draw inspiration from the world around us – but what might happen if we look into the world within?“
 
Leen Sadder, the organiser, explained the broader concept, which underpins the new series of presentations and stated in her invitation that:

“Insight Out is a brand new guest series hosted by ATÖLYE Dubai, featuring creative seekers, whose inward explorations have positively impacted the work they put out into the world. Once a month, we welcome you into the inner world of a designer, artist or maker to learn about the practices and experiences that have shaped their creative output.”

Despite questioning Joana’s spiritual perspective, which may have distorted and skewed her ability to critically analyse her research findings, I found this video conference very inspiring and thought provoking. Her travel experiences have a substantial impact on her thinking and this key element is also echoed in my own creative practice and exploration.

Thank you Atolye for your invitation and another remarkable cultural and professional experience.

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