Tasneem Sarkez's fusion of kitsch, hints of Arabic, and Americana culture finds its way to London
In the heart of London, the Rose Easton gallery is currently hosting the debut solo exhibition of American artist Tasneem Sarkez. The show, titled 'White-Knuckle', examines the role of modern multimedia and how different cultures and generations navigate it, presenting a unique blend of irony and seriousness.
Born in 2002 to Libyan parents living in Portland, Tasneem Sarkez's preoccupation with the familiar and aesthetically curious began young. Her work, which employs tensions in her practice, is based on objects she acquires, images she finds online, and photographs she takes on her phone.
The title 'White-Knuckle' was chosen by the artist herself to represent a certain tension. The word "white" in the title is used tongue in cheek, and the term carries multiple readings. It comes from a place of excitement and anxiety, reflecting the concurrent feminine and masculine qualities exhibited in her work.
Tasneem Sarkez's 'White-Knuckle' leans into the 'Arab kitsch' aesthetic, with her use of oil painting to add images she sees to the art historical canon. She often visits neighbourhoods with similar characteristics when she travels, such as Edgware Road in London, often referred to as 'Little Cairo' or 'Little Beirut'.
The gallerist who supports Tasneem Sarkez at her exhibition is Ishita Shah. Tasneem Sarkez, who is based in New York, recently added Knightsbridge to her itinerary in London.
'White-Knuckle' is on display at the Rose Easton gallery until 1 March 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Tasneem Sarkez's thought-provoking and visually striking work.
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