The First Lesson
105 x 86 cm
Oil on canvas / 2001

Nasr Abdul Aziz

Nasr Abdul Aziz recognizes the role of art and the artist’s

responsibility in a new light. In his view, it does not constitute the

imitation of reality, nor is it futile abstraction nor a resignation to

symbolism. To him, art has always been, and remains, a highly

effective tool that does not stem from the surface nor tries to

seek inspiration too far from the source. That is why the origins

of his paintings exist beyond the physical world. His insight

surpasses his sight for he ‘sees’ solely through his imagination –

the observant and meticulous eye of the authentic artist.

Abdul Aziz remains what he always has been: an artist with his

own particular vision, style and philosophy.

Rabah Sughayar