b. 1989 in Paris, FR
Based in London, UK
@soimadouibrahimSoimadou Ibrahim explores and re-examines family memories by representing cherished moments of his life. 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 him with a narrative to share and explore how to navigate the surrounding environment.
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 graphic design and art. They also reaffirm the persistence and timelessness of memories, encouraging each
of us to preserve our own.
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SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2024
Blessing in disguise — Galerie ERD, Seoul, SK
2023
In deeds and gestures — WOAW Gallery, Hong Kong, HK
2022
A path will always appear — Bill Brady Gallery, Miami, US
A time separating the beloved from those they love — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
2021
Farewell Savane — Kotaro Nukaga, Tokyo, JP
For life is not eternal — SFA Advisory, New York, US
Distant Relatives — Bill Brady Gallery, Los Angeles, US
My thoughts tell me tales — ATM Gallery, New York, US
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2023
As Friends & Partners — WOAW Gallery, Singapore, SG
Suggested Use — Switchboard Studios, London, UK
2022
Through Our Eyes — Centre of International Contemporary Art, Vancouver, CA
2021
Ridiculous Sublime — SFA Advisory, New York, US
Isolation Mastered — JD Malat Gallery, London, UK
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FAIRS
2024
Art Busan — Galerie ERD, Busan, SK
2023
Art SG — Kotaro Nukaga, Singapore, SG
2022
Art Fair Tokyo — Kotaro Nukaga, Tokyo, JP
ART021 Shanghai — Galerie Marguo, Shanghai, CN
Art Paris — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
2021
ART021 Shanghai — Galerie Marguo, Shanghai, CN
Art Paris — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
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EDUCATION
2016
MA Graphic Design & Art Direction — Campus Fonderie de l’Image, Paris, FR
2014
BA Graphic Design & Digital Art — Rennes-II University, Rennes, FR
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RESIDENCIES
2024
dot.atelier artist residency, Accra, GH
Based in London, UK
@soimadouibrahimSoimadou Ibrahim explores and re-examines family memories by representing cherished moments of his life. 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 him with a narrative to share and explore how to navigate the surrounding environment.
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 graphic design and art. They also reaffirm the persistence and timelessness of memories, encouraging each
of us to preserve our own.
—
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2024
Blessing in disguise — Galerie ERD, Seoul, SK
2023
In deeds and gestures — WOAW Gallery, Hong Kong, HK
2022
A path will always appear — Bill Brady Gallery, Miami, US
A time separating the beloved from those they love — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
2021
Farewell Savane — Kotaro Nukaga, Tokyo, JP
For life is not eternal — SFA Advisory, New York, US
Distant Relatives — Bill Brady Gallery, Los Angeles, US
My thoughts tell me tales — ATM Gallery, New York, US
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2023
As Friends & Partners — WOAW Gallery, Singapore, SG
Suggested Use — Switchboard Studios, London, UK
2022
Through Our Eyes — Centre of International Contemporary Art, Vancouver, CA
2021
Ridiculous Sublime — SFA Advisory, New York, US
Isolation Mastered — JD Malat Gallery, London, UK
—
FAIRS
2024
Art Busan — Galerie ERD, Busan, SK
2023
Art SG — Kotaro Nukaga, Singapore, SG
2022
Art Fair Tokyo — Kotaro Nukaga, Tokyo, JP
ART021 Shanghai — Galerie Marguo, Shanghai, CN
Art Paris — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
2021
ART021 Shanghai — Galerie Marguo, Shanghai, CN
Art Paris — Galerie Marguo, Paris, FR
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EDUCATION
2016
MA Graphic Design & Art Direction — Campus Fonderie de l’Image, Paris, FR
2014
BA Graphic Design & Digital Art — Rennes-II University, Rennes, FR
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RESIDENCIES
2024
dot.atelier artist residency, Accra, GH