Homs, Dec.18 (SANA) Syrian visual artist Mai al-Halwani opened her latest exhibition, “Arteries with Wings”, in Homs Wednesday, presenting 40 paintings that explore the rhythm of life and deep human emotion through her signature expressionist style.
Hosted at the Palace of Culture and organized by the Union of Visual Artists, the exhibition showcases al-Halwani’s innovative use of color and line, combining elements of miniature art and decorative motifs to create visually rich and often surreal pieces.
Speaking to SANA, al-Halwani described the show as her first in Homs since the city’s liberation. “Arteries symbolize life, while wings represent freedom,” she said, highlighting the personal and societal themes embedded in her work. Some pieces also reference the Syrian revolution, reflecting the artist’s commitment to using art to evoke beauty and resilience in a city still recovering from years of war.
The exhibition has drawn attention from local artists and cultural figures. Artist Ibrahim Salameh praised the effort and creativity behind al-Halwani’s paintings, noting their complexity and attention to detail, while Ibrahim Hazim described the show as “comprehensive and visually striking.”
The exhibition runs for two days, with half of the proceeds going to the Syrian Development Fund.
