YASSER ROSTOM
OPENING RECEPTION F E B R U A R Y 1 9 TH 2 0 1 9 6 - 9PM
EXHIBITION F E B R U A R Y 1 9 TH M A R C H 3 RD
YASSER R OSTOM EL ZAEEM AHMED
While some people make impact with their ideas
Love is a story we tell with another person. It’s
and talent , their Onlyness is what creates their
co-creation; two independent souls construct
power or status.
a shared story.
Those figures built what we need most to create change and advancement : trust and
Anyone can make a dent. Even you because
integrity .
every one of us has something to offer.
Their creativity or role benefited, influenced
Grasp the opportunity for your ideas to “make
our believes, mindset and tastes.
a dent” on the world. We all can add value to the world.
Adam and Eve are the first love story. They
BY CHERINE CHAFIK
In his third solo show at ArtTalks Yasser Rostom, “ Onlyness “ , illuminates us on the influence of iconic figures with their specific characteristics have had on us till today and how their gained power made and changed History. Power is determined by “Onlyness”, a function of their distinct history and experiences, visions, hopes and how they attracted and connected with those who are equally passionate; till today their Onlyness resonates ad reshapes our tastes in music and mobilized others around their art, ideas, presence. They have inspired generations and will always do.
were blamed through History for bringing sin
Born, Yasser Rostom is a Cairo-based surrealist
and lust into the world. For Eve, eating the fruit
artist. He graduated from the Faculty of Artistic
appears to be an autonomous choice.
Education of Helwan University and obtained his
The same applies to Adam, who given the option
Masters degree in Ancient Egyptian Art. Rightly
to eat, chooses companionship. “He makes the
referred to as the ‘the Arab Dali’ of the 21st
autonomous decision to be with Eve,”
century, Rostom, established his unique style
Another pillar of psychology is that being
of flamboyant imagery merged with ancient
emotionally healthy requires a high degree
histories to provide a surreal interpretation of
autonomy and freedom of choice.
the insanely decadent world we live in today.
From the moment God divides them in two,
Rostom gained a reputation for being ‘the
they alone are responsible for writing their
Egyptian Dali’. A current master of surrealism,
own narrative, as in positive psychology,
Rostom draws stunning imagery that is a blend
relationships are central to well-being.
of ancient and modern to compose something entirely surreal. An enthusiast of pen and ink, Rostom’s impeccable technique magnifies the glory and mystique of his subjects.
Om El Donia 2019 Diameter 130 cm Ink & gouache on paper
Feline 2019 Diameter 130 cm Ink & gouache on paper
The Sacred Trio - Asmahan 2019 130 x 70 cm Ink & gouache on paper
The Sacred Trio – Fayrouz 2019 130 x 70 cm Ink & gouache on paper
Cello 2019 Diameter 130 cm Ink & gouache on paper
The Sacred Trio – Om Kolthoum 2019 Diameter 130 cm Ink & gouache on paper
Snake Games 2019 70 x 100 cm Ink & gouache on paper
Feelings 2014 70 x 100 cm Ink & gouache on paper
Catalogue Published on the occasion of the show ONLYNESS Yasser Rostom 19th February 2019 ArtTalks | Egypt Coordinators Cherine Chafik Graphic Concept & Realization Omar Mobarek Text ChĂŠrine Chafik Photographs Yasser Rostom
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