I'm honored to be one of 25 artists selected from a statewide open call to participate in the group exhibition Wherever Home Is, on display February 1 – April 13 at the James Watrous Gallery in Madison, Wisconsin. Guest curated by Amal Azzam and Nayfa Naji, the exhibition explores the multifaceted concept of home—a feeling that transcends physical spaces and material possessions. It invites reflection on what it truly means to feel at home, whether within oneself, a place, an object, or a memory.
James Watrous Gallery My painting, Home Art in gallery
Through the deeply personal works of twenty-five artists, Wherever Home Is captures the universal search for belonging, emphasizing that home is not just a place but an evolving journey shaped by memories, culture, and self-discovery.
My selected artwork, Home, is deeply personal, embodying the joy, belonging, and familiarity I feel when returning to my roots. Created after a visit with my family in Los Angeles, this painting reflects the essence of what home means to me. Through the interplay of hues and textures, it evokes emotion and connection, with layers of oil pastels over acrylic adding depth and richness to the composition.
About the Curators
Azzam and Naji have been collaborating since 2019 as Fanana Banana, creating art and community events to raise awareness of the issues faced by American Muslim and MENA (Middle Eastern and North African) communities, and to reflect on how first and second-generation immigrants and their families cope with the challenges of finding a home in a new land and bridging communities while maintaining their cultural identity.
Wherever Home Is, is presented with additional support from Dane Arts and Madison Arts Commission. The exhibition includes artworks in multiple media by the following artists: Nadia Alkhun, Nada Alzalloum, Noël J. Ash, Amal Azzam, Barbara Barnard, A.C., Nohemí Chávez Contreras, Aida El-Hajjar, Nurettin Erkan, Rida Fatima, Ellie Garry, Rachael Hunter, Janine Katbeh, Okja Kwon, Andy Lira Landa, Issis Macias, Tina Meister, Nayfa Naji, Ahmed Obeidat, Vania Ortíz, Katrina Baudelia Parra, Leora Saposnik, Elliot Seiler, Brandom Terres-Sanchez and Sheree Wood.
Gallery Hours
Thursday - Sunday, 12-5pm, or by appointment.
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