Shuruq Harb: Using Art to Communicate Palestinian History Beyond Politics
An interview-based profile of Palestinian artist Shuruq Harb, who uses film, sculpture, installation, and text to explore Palestinian history and lived experience beyond political frameworks. The article delves into her artistic practice, her search for alternative ways to communicate Palestinian narratives, and the intersection of subjective and collective experiences in her work.
Key quotes
There's something beautiful about trying to communicate, and I say 'trying' because communication is a process in itself
I'm looking for a way to talk about Palestinian history that is not political
Art becomes a space where we can hold complexity without having to resolve it
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