Malak Mattar, a self-taught artist from Gaza, has gained recognition for her poignant depictions of local struggles. Recently, after a difficult period caused by Israeli authorities, she successfully exhibited at Central St Martins in London. At just 25, she captures the grief of loss in her monochrome works, like "No Words," which echoes the horrors of war. Mattar's journey reflects not only her personal hardships but also a broader narrative of Palestinian art and resilience amidst ongoing violence.
"The invasion and devastation of my homeland drained me of colour in my work for more than a year," Mattar says.
"I felt handcuffed by Israel; the suffocation of living in what amounted to a prison."
When exhibited at a gallery in Venice, her work was likened to Picasso's Guernica.
In March, three admired local artists were also killed.
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