VISUAL ARTS

    PennDesign Fine Arts Lecture Series: Wael Shawky

    PennDesign Fine Arts Lecture Series: Wael Shawky

    Presented by Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) at Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)

    February 21, 2013


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    Wael Shawky is an international artist who has participated in workshops, residencies, biennials, and solo shows in Europe, Asia, and North America. Using children or puppets to reenact narratives, Shawky's work deals with the historical events of the Middle East through videos, installations, and sculpture. He creates layered and immersive video experiences with meticulously produced settings and costumes, along with a wealth of literary and historic references and music.

    Shawky completed his BFA at the University of Alexandria in 1994, followed by an MFA at the University of Pennsylvania in 2000. He currently lives and works in Alexandria, Egypt.


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      • Venue Info

        Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)

        S. 36th Street and Sansom Street
        University of Pennsylvania
        Philadelphia, PA 19104

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets:

        FREE!

        Info Phone: 215-898-5911

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        February 21, 2013

        Times:

        6:30pm

      • Accessibility Info

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