Mud Speaks: Artist Records Oasis Memories
Artist Eid Muslim Ibrahim Ahmed documents the memory of the Oases of Al-Kharga in New Valley through the art of pottery and clay sculpture. He uses local materials to preserve the features of the oasis inhabitant, their life, and traditions in sculptures and murals that express popular heritage. Muslim's relationship with sculpture began with the clay used in building old houses, and he developed his experience by participating in local and international exhibitions. Through his works, he depicts details of daily life and symbolic images that reflect the identity of the region. His work focuses on conveying personal and social stories, such as the statue "Uncle Hamedy, the Laborer of Worries," which expresses the burden of the soul, and "Al-Wadani," warning against spreading rumors—aiming to preserve and document the heritage in contemporary artistic forms that reflect the oasis legacy. Despite professional challenges like damaged works, his family's support helped him continue, and over the years, he trained artistic teams and organized folkloric performances, contributing to reviving and documenting folk heritage through his skilled sculptural art.
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