This exhibition, which will continue until November 15, constitutes a unique opportunity to discover this unique photographic series produced by this talented artist, who, during her residence in Tetouan, plunged into the heart of this city rich in history, seeking to capturing the imprints of time and absence.
His series “Pause Longue” emerges from this introspection, transforming each photograph into a window onto constantly evolving streets and memories.
Through long exposures done freehand, Sonia questions the viewer while staring into the light, we read in the exhibition catalogue.
In collaboration with Mokhtar Chaoui, writer and professor, Sonia invited learners from the French Institute and students from the National Institute of Fine Arts (INBA) in Tetouan to share their thoughts on the repercussions of the confinements linked to the pandemic of Covid-19, thus enriching his artistic vision. Creative dialogue explored fundamental questions about identity and belonging.
In a statement to MAP, Ms. Hamza stressed that this exhibition is an artistic moment which embodies daily life in Tetouan, as she imagines it as an artist, from her own angle of view, noting that she tried, during his artistic residency at the French Institute in 2023, to relive the moments of the pandemic, through what his family and acquaintances in Tetouan told him.
This exhibition invites the public to discover the fascinating world of Sonia Hamza, where each image evokes stories of memory and transformation. It is an exchange between the past and the present, revealing memories reconstructed through the colors and shadows of Tetouan.
Sonia Hamza, a graduate of ENSAA Duperré in Paris and Central Saint Martins in London, uses photography as a means of exploring facets of urban and rural life. His work, combining photography, textiles and graphics, is internationally recognized through numerous exhibitions.
Sonia approaches each city like a puzzle to be reconstructed, using various artistic processes to highlight its unique character. Through her art, she reveals the links between individuals and their environment, celebrating cultural diversity, while questioning the impact of globalization on urban originality.