Khaled Sorour
Born in Egypt, he is a Professor at the Faculty of Art Education in Zamalek. He was the
former head of the Visual Arts Sector at the Ministry of Culture in Egypt. He is a member
of the Syndicate of Plastic Artists and many artistic groups and associations in Egypt. He
has been active in the visual arts movement since 1985 and has participated in
numerous solo and group exhibitions both in Egypt and abroad. He was the assistant
commissioner of the Egypt Pavilion at the Venice Biennale in 2007 and the
commissioner of Egypt in Vienna in 2007. He has received many awards and artistic
grants, including a grant to the United States. His works are held in the collections of
several institutions, museums, and private collections in both Arab and foreign
countries.
Sorour’s artwork is rooted in two main sources: the everyday lives of Egyptians and the
country’s rich folk heritage, whether from ancient Egypt or Nubia.
His primary focus is the life of ordinary Egyptians, and his art reflects a deep connection
to their daily experiences. It captures the essence of the Egyptian streets — its locations,
alleys, houses, people, conditions, dreams, concerns, issues, social dynamics, and the
interactions that shape the lives of everyday people. In his creative process, color and
black lines play an important role in shaping and communicating his ideas. These
elements not only define the style of his work but also emphasize the concepts and
messages within each piece.
Colors in his work are flat, bright, and abstract, appearing as simple blocks of color.
These colors have psychological meanings and create an illusion of depth. This use of
color simplifies and clarifies the ideas he wants to convey, ensuring they are more
direct. Black lines, which is a part of his unique style, outline idea that he wants to
communicate.
The sharp contrast between the deep black lines and the vivid colors creates a sense of
movement and connection across the artwork. The sharp contrast between the deep
black lines and the vivid colors creates a sense of movement and connection across the
artwork. This contrast between the flat, simple colors and the repeated, flowing black
lines highlights the artistic idea he wants to share in each piece.
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