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Mahmoud Elmardi
Old Tree, 2018
Akryl
40 x 40 x 0,1 cm
The work of artist Mahmoud Elmardi explores the dialogue between tradition and modernity, nature and urbanization. Through the use of bright colors, rich textures and geometric patterns, he manages to capture an essence of resilience and cultural continuity. This work illustrates not only the aesthetic beauty of the coexistence of old and new, but also a meditation on how identity and cultural history are preserved in the face of the ever-changing modern world.
The work of Sudanese artist Mahmoud Elmardi, presents a captivating fusion of nature and architecture. It visually communicates a dialogue between tradition and modernity. The artist draws strong inspiration from the cultural diversity of his Sudanese environment, here using a vibrant color palette to bring to life a scene in which an old tree dominates an urban landscape rich in geometric and abstract details.
The tree, placed in the center of the composition, symbolizes permanence and wisdom, contrasting with the varied geometric structures and bright colors of the surrounding buildings. This tree seems to be an anchor of stability in a world of constant change, evoking themes of continuity and resilience in the face of urban transformations. The tree's foliage, in earthy, natural colors, stands out from the rest of the composition with its distinct texture, suggesting a connection to the earth and deep cultural roots.
The buildings around the tree are rendered in a semi-abstract style, filled with rectangular shapes and arcs, demonstrating the complexity of modern cityscapes. The multiple interlocking windows and doors invite the viewer to imagine the lives hidden behind these facades, each opening an invitation to explore the human stories these spaces contain. The mix of warm and cool colors, with blues and greens predominating, creates visual balance while adding depth to the work.
Elmardi's distinctive style, which incorporates elements of abstraction while maintaining a form of symbolic realism, allows for the exploration of themes of collective memory, belonging and change. “Old Tree” can be seen as a reflection on how ancient traditions and nature interact with the new realities of urbanization and modernity.
Mahmoud Elmardi
Old Tree, 2018
Akryl
40 x 40 x 0,1 cm
The work of artist Mahmoud Elmardi explores the dialogue between tradition and modernity, nature and urbanization. Through the use of bright colors, rich textures and geometric patterns, he manages to capture an essence of resilience and cultural continuity. This work illustrates not only the aesthetic beauty of the coexistence of old and new, but also a meditation on how identity and cultural history are preserved in the face of the ever-changing modern world.
The work of Sudanese artist Mahmoud Elmardi, presents a captivating fusion of nature and architecture. It visually communicates a dialogue between tradition and modernity. The artist draws strong inspiration from the cultural diversity of his Sudanese environment, here using a vibrant color palette to bring to life a scene in which an old tree dominates an urban landscape rich in geometric and abstract details.
The tree, placed in the center of the composition, symbolizes permanence and wisdom, contrasting with the varied geometric structures and bright colors of the surrounding buildings. This tree seems to be an anchor of stability in a world of constant change, evoking themes of continuity and resilience in the face of urban transformations. The tree's foliage, in earthy, natural colors, stands out from the rest of the composition with its distinct texture, suggesting a connection to the earth and deep cultural roots.
The buildings around the tree are rendered in a semi-abstract style, filled with rectangular shapes and arcs, demonstrating the complexity of modern cityscapes. The multiple interlocking windows and doors invite the viewer to imagine the lives hidden behind these facades, each opening an invitation to explore the human stories these spaces contain. The mix of warm and cool colors, with blues and greens predominating, creates visual balance while adding depth to the work.
Elmardi's distinctive style, which incorporates elements of abstraction while maintaining a form of symbolic realism, allows for the exploration of themes of collective memory, belonging and change. “Old Tree” can be seen as a reflection on how ancient traditions and nature interact with the new realities of urbanization and modernity.
Mahmoud Elmardi
Cairo Egypt
Mahmoud Elmardi is a Sudanese visual artist and novelist born in 1988 in the city of Khartoum, more precisely in Bahri, a region known for its cultural richness and ancient history. From a young age, Elmardi was influenced by Bahri's vibrant and diverse environment, which played an integral role in the development of his artistic talent and unique style.
Elmardi continued his higher education in visual arts, earning a bachelor's degree in painting from the College of Fine and Applied Arts, Sudan University of Science and Technology in 2018. His formal education, combined with his personal experience and varied professional background, has enriched her artistic perspective, allowing her to explore and integrate diverse elements into her work.
Outside of his studies, Elmardi has worked in several artistic and technical fields, including in screen printing from 2010 to 2017 and in graphic design from 2020. He has also gained practical experience in the dental industry as a technician, which refined his attention to detail and precision, qualities which are reflected in his artistic works.
Elmardi is recognized for his distinctive style which combines abstraction and symbolism figurative painting His works, which include paintings like “Cities of Boredom,” “Blue in Travel,” and “Old Tree,” explore themes such as collective memory, identity, belonging, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. His ability to integrate elements of his immediate environment into his art, such as the town of "Bahri" and the Sudanese landscapes, allows him to create works that are both personal and universal.
In addition to his work in visual arts, Elmardi is an accomplished writer. He has published two novels, "Secret of the Chisel" in 2022, which won the Free Publication Prize and was selected for the long list of the Nirvana cultural competition in Sudan, and "The Lost in the Mango Orchard" in 2023, which received third prize in a literary competition and was published for free. Elmardi's Third novel is coming in 2025. title is “The Walls of Guernica.” This novel has not been published yet and is expected to achieve great successes.These novels, like his pictorial works, explore themes of displacement, memory and the quest for identity.
Elmardi has also been honored for his artistic contributions, including winning the Katara Prize for Fine Arts in 2022 in Qatar. One of his paintings was chosen as the official cover for the novel “Cities of Boredom” by Palestinian writer Nader Manhal, 2024 Elmardi won in the Arab Union for Culture Award 2024 , and Peru Biennial Selected Elmardi the be in list of artists selected for exhibition to be held in the city of Lima, Peru 2024 . cementing his position as an influential and respected visual artist.
Mahmoud Elmardi continues to live and work, dividing his time between Sudan and Egypt, where he actively participates in exhibitions and book fairs, such as the Cairo International Book Fair. His work, imbued with the cultural richness of his Sudanese heritage, makes him an important voice in the contemporary art scene, offering a unique perspective on issues of identity and belonging through his paintings and literary narratives.
Utbildning
Bcalruse degree from college of fine and applied Arts Sudan university 2018
Short course in design by Adobe Photoshop , iIllustrator InDesign 2020
Long practical experience in the field of silk screen printing
Medlem i konstnärsförening
Mahmoud Elmardi
Utställningar
Peru Biennial chose the Sudanese visual artist and novelist Mahmoud ElMardi to participate in the exhibition.
Friday 6 December 2024
Wednesday 25 December 2024
(Peru Binal)
The Binal of Peru is an organization created to promote the artistic, creative and cultural industry of the region. It is the first of its kind in America and takes place in Peru, the country of the Incas, one of the most famous cultures in the world.