asim abu shakra, also known as asem abu shaqra, 'asim abu shaqra, assem abu shakra, was a palestinian artist born in 1961 in umm el-fahm, israel. he was the seventh of ten children in a muslim family. from 1982 to 1986, asim abu shakra studied at the kalisher art school in tel aviv. afterwards, he continued to live and work in the city.
artistic style and themes
asim abu shakra's art is characterized by a sense of alienation as a palestinian living in exile. his paintings often featured potted cacti, which symbolized resistance to uprooting and the plight of palestinians in exile. asim abu shakra's friend, ron gang, reflected that asim abu shakra identified completely with the palestinian cause.notable works
some of asim abu shakra's notable works include children and planes, a drawing created in 1985, which measures 104 x 64 cm. another significant work is cactus, an oil on canvas painting that showcases asim abu shakra's unique perspective on the human experience.legacy and impact
asim abu shakra passed away in 1990 due to cancer. since his passing, israeli institutions like the tel aviv museum of art have portrayed his cactus series as israeli symbols, despite his refusal of such interpretations during his lifetime. to palestinians, asim abu shakra's cactus series symbolizes the plight of palestinians in exile as well as his personal experiences.- asim abu shakra's art is a reflection of his struggle with identity and his experience as a palestinian living in israel.
- his paintings feature a sense of alienation and resistance to uprooting.
- asim abu shakra's work has been recognized by institutions like the tel aviv museum of art.
- his legacy continues to inspire artists and art enthusiasts, with his work being featured on platforms like WikiOO.
