Amer al-Obaidi (1943)
1943-XX-XXAn Najaf, IraqIraq, USA
Amer al-Obaidi
Amer al-Obaidi is an Iraqi-born painter, now residing in the United States, who is noted for artwork that emphasises Iraqi folklore and tradition. He obtained a BA in Fine Arts from Baghdad University in 1969. His artistic talents came to public attention, when at age of 22, he was awarded the first place at an International Arts Festival in Ibiza, Spain. Al-Obaidi prepared illustrations for local newspapers and magazines, and illustrated certain children's books. He became involved in the Iraqi arts community by joining the art group known as Al-Mujadidin (The Innovationists). Al-Obaidi’s work places a great deal of emphasis on Arabian folklore in general, and Iraqi tradition in particular. A recurring element in his paintings is the Arabian horse. He also paints works depicting his personal experiences of life in a war-torn land in an effort to alert audiences to the suffering endured by local people under the hands of the foreign occupiers.Date and place of birt: | 1943, An Najaf, Iraq |
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Nationality: | Iraq, USA |
Period of activity: | XX, XXI century |
Specialization: | Animalist, Artist, Illustrator, Painter, Sculptor |
Genre: | Animalistic |
Art style: | Contemporary art |
Technique: | Acrylic, Oil, Oil on canvas, Watercolor |