Shadi Tuafra

Shadi Tuafra, born in 1983 and residing in the village of Ma'ar, frequently depicts scenes from his life and imaginary characters in his artwork. These creations carry a profound cultural and symbolic significance, interwoven with autobiographical elements. The characters within his pieces convey storms, mood fluctuations, and childlike naivety, exploring themes of origin, diversity, environment, and the rejection of violence in all its manifestations.

Charcoal, predominantly in shades of black, dominates Tuafra's creations. He enjoys employing unconventional techniques, such as incorporating black coffee into his work. His pieces emanate a sense of freedom and simplicity, providing viewers with the opportunity to observe and navigate through his thoughts.

Personality, characterized by diverse response patterns, feelings, and behaviors unique to each individual, is influenced by numerous factors. These factors include genetic predispositions, values, beliefs, life experiences, societal influences, education, era, lifestyle, crises, passion, abilities, intelligence, and interpersonal relationships. This intricate interplay contributes to a spectrum of personality types, ranging from social and sensitive to introverted, attractive, narcissistic, and nervous.

In life, Tuafra believes in the importance of loyalty to one's convictions and a passion for personal pursuits. This internal commitment translates into honest, fervent work, aiming to elevate the values to which one adheres. This sense of belonging extends to various aspects of life, including science, civilization, modernity, progress, personal and essential needs, and other aspects. Despite the specifics, overarching concepts like type and color collectively convey layers of meaning in each artwork. In this way, every piece becomes a unique work of art, speaking to emotions, a sense of belonging, and more.

Education

2019-2020 Clover - the College of Design and Visual Communication.

2014 2015 Sakhnin College, Art Education and Teaching.

Solo exhibitions

2021 I, Shadi, Yanko-Dada Museum, Ein Hod, Curator: Nitzan Shuval-Aviri.

2021 Falhim, Almasen Gallery, Jaffa, Curator: Yaniv Lachman.

2019 Tikvat, Kfar Yassaf, Abdaa Gallery, Curator: Zahadi Kadri.

2019 A man lives within himself, Karmiel Municipality Gallery, Curator: Salomon Lebaby.

Group exhibitions

2021 Square I, Lotan Gallery, Jaffa, curators: Little Magidish and Joy Bernard.

2020 The Spirit of Things, Contemporary Art Gallery (Naomi Debinik), Ramat Gan, Curator: Jennifer Bloch.

2020 Central 1, Wadi Salib Art Festival, Pyramid, Haifa, Curator: Shirley Meshulam.

2020 Hybrid Art Fair, Madrid, participant on behalf of Almasen Gallery, Jaffa, curator: Yaniv Lachman.

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