Nagat Farouk, is an Egyptian artist graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education from Helwan University in 1987 and subsequently earned both her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Art Education from the same institution. She has showcased her work in various solo exhibitions, including those at the Gezira Arts Center, the Egyptian Opera House, and the Egyptian Museum of Modern Art. Additionally, she has participated in numerous local and international exhibitions, such as the Cairo Salon Exhibition, the Agenda Exhibition at Bibliotheca Alexandrina, and the International South Salon in Luxor. She has also moderated many workshops and curated art exhibitions both in Egypt and abroad.
Her artwork is part of the permanent collection of the Ministry of Defense and Aviation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Visual Arts Sector at the General Authority for Culture, and the Suez Canal Authority. Her pieces are also included in private collections in Egypt and the United States. In 2019, she was honored with the Painting Award from the Ismailia Micro Art Biennale. Her inspiration is drawn from women in folklore and Ancient Egypt. In 2023, she received the Calligraphiti Prize at the Fujairah International Arabic Calligraphy Competition.
Her concepts are woven from a blend of folkloric and ancient Egyptian elements and motifs, capturing the essence and aesthetics of both worlds. Through diligent research, her body of work reveals a hidden world full of ancient symbols, yet with a rhythm that harmonizes heritage with the contemporary. She is also inspired by folk art, particularly the spontaneous drawings on houses and enchanting handicrafts that use a diverse palette. Her work is a vibrant narrative that expresses her childhood and is reflected in her artistic journey.
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