UN 1441
2002
120.5 x 91CM
Oil and Mixed Media on Canvas
120.5 x 91CM
Oil and Mixed Media on Canvas
Early abstract experimentations with X-Rays were begun in the studios at Al-Meftaha Arts Village. In these works, the first synthesis of art and science, faith and medicine can be seen.
If you come to my studio, you'll see X-Ray's everywhere – it looks more like a hospital than a studio! Ahmed Mater2006
An essay by Venetia Porter on her encounter with Ahmed's earliest works.
During this time, Ahmed was working at Aseer General Hospital, treating patients every day. The vernacular of medicine became part of his visual arts practice, a connection between science, art and faith that would become a hallmark of his work.
