Soimadou Ibrahim France, 1989

Growing up in Comoros until 10 years old influenced his perspective on socio-economics, the strength of community and the complexities of race. Throughout his adolescent life Ibrahim lived in a small town in Brittany so it is not only his personal experiences but also those of the African diaspora that provide himwith a narrative to share and explore how to navigate the environment in which you find yourself.

His artworks are adapted from archival photographs, pictures taken by the artist himself, memories, and imagination. They each portray the importance of relationships, of life itself and the beauty of nature, illustrated by straight lines, bold gestural strokes and bright colours inspired by his studies in graphicdesign and art. They also reaffirm the persistence and timelessness of memories, encouraging each of us to preserve our own.