Biography
I am the product of three cultures. Born and raised in Casablanca, Morocco, I spent my childhood and adolescence surrounded by a rich and ancient culture. Once I finished high school, I won a scholarship to undertake studies at the University of Bordeaux III, France. Bordeaux was an eye opener for me, intellectually and emotionally. Later, I moved to Sydney, Australia.
Today I live and work in Brisbane, Australia.
These three distinct cultures have played a significant role in the evolution of my work.
The colours, light and intrinsic culture of my birth country Morocco, the intellect of France and now the rich landscape of Australia; their influences on me mean that my painting is in continual evolution.... which suits my philosophy: perpetual questionning is the only way to keep advancing
I believe life experience helps an artist better see and sense and therefore make better art.
Creating is nothing but compiling our past experiences to create a better today, and the truth of “TOMORROW” will always matter to me more than the truth of “TODAY”
I feel very lucky to be where I am today, making art in a beautiful and generous environment.