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AHMED MATER
‘Lightning 1’
Saudi artist Mater is one of the most significant figures in the region’s contemporary arts scene. This striking image has previously been shown as part of an exhibition entitled “Mitochondria:powerhouses,” in which, according to the press release for that show, Mater “scrutinizes two systems structuring contemporary geopolitics religion and natural resources.” This photograph is illustrative of Mater’s concern with the tension between science and faith something he has a unique take on thanks to the way his work balances his artistic aims with his background in science-based medical training.
SARAH ABU ABDALLAH
‘Salad Zone’