“MOMENTS OF BEING”

The first solo exhibition by London- based artist Celine Ali (b.1997). On display at the JD Malat gallery from May 11 to June 3, the exhibition invites viewers to explore the concept of interiority in relation to domestic spaces and their association with the feminine.

“Moments of Being” presents a deeply moving narrative exploring the connection between domestic settings and a woman's inner world. The rich visual narratives revolve around concepts of loneliness, failed love, longing, insecurities, selfcontemplation, and desire. In this new series, the canvas acts as a physical space where emotions can be collected and shared with the viewer, creating a profoundly personal experience.

Born and raised in Romania but of Turkish ethnicity, Celine's childhood was spent navigating between two cultures. The duality of her cultural identification helped shape her unique perspective and is reflected in her work's focus on the multiplicity of identity.

Growing up in a female-dominated environment Celine became inspired by the fragility and strength displayed by the women around her. Both the breadth and the universality of the female experience serve as inspiration for Celine's artistic practice. Depicting subjects that range from letter writing and dining, to solitary drinking and fortune-telling, Celine seeks to engage viewers in the ideas surrounding woman's existence in the canon of art history, as well as expand upon the discourse surrounding gender identity, intimacy, beauty ideals, sexuality, and ambiguous relationships.