Tartous, Aug. 23 (SANA) Around 80 paintings by visual artists Obaida Qudsi and Suzan Hussein carry a message of love and peace at the “Flowers and Peace from Aleppo to Tartous” exhibition.
Held at the Arab Cultural Center in Tartous as part of “Summer of Syria 2026,” the exhibition features works inspired by nature, flowers, old Aleppo and Jerusalem, offering families and children a space for hope and contemplation.
Now at its fourth stop, the exhibition began in Aleppo and is traveling across Syrian governorates. Its works span expressionism and symbolism and explore human and aesthetic themes.
Flowers symbolize beauty, life and renewal, while paintings of old Aleppo evoke the city’s memories. Jerusalem appears through its human and spiritual significance, while other works explore emotions and aspirations for a more peaceful life.
Hussein told SANA that the exhibition brings together diverse artistic experiences centered on people, their memories, dreams and aspirations for a more beautiful and peaceful life.
She said taking the exhibition to different cities turns it into a bridge of direct communication between artists and audiences.
Qudsi said the journey from Aleppo to different Syrian governorates carries a message of love and peace, with Tartous chosen to reach a new audience and strengthen visual art at summer cultural events.
He added that the exhibition addresses families and children and uses art to promote peace, love and hope.
“Tartous Summer 2026” began on August 6 at the city’s Central Park, featuring cultural and social activities.
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