Omar Harb
Artist Statement
In my recent work I have been painting from direct observation, based on my current situation and daily surroundings. I mainly have been working from the human figure and objects. In my current body of work, my girlfriend has been my main sitter, making for a more intimate intention in the way I paint. I also have been making still life paintings from objects I have been assembling together in my own home. In this way, I hope to find a universal subject matter in my own intimate situation. I also paint myself, focusing on how my appearance changes throughout the day. The main focus in this work is a very familiar human body, and very familiar objects/surroundings. There is a sense of collaboration when working from another person, regarding what they are willing to contribute into the painting I set forth working on. Also, my own home space has been sort of like a central figure in my current work. Perhaps, especially during the time of Covid-19, making your home life a primary focus of concern, seems to hit the nail on the head.
Solo Thesis Exhibition Images
Omar Harb
Still Life with Ham, 2021
Oil on Linen
20 x 24in
Omar Harb
Girl in Blue, 2021
Oil on Canvas
20 x 24 in
Omar Harb
Girl with Perennial, 2021,
Oil on Canvas
30 x 48 in
Omar Harb
Girl with Stripes, 2021
Oil on Canvas
30 x 48 in
Omar Harb
Self Portrait in front of Thrift Store Painting, 2021
Oil on Board
20 x 24 in
Omar Harb
Self Portrait with Brown Jacket, 2021
Oil on Board
16 x 20 in
Omar Harb
Still Life with Flowers, 2021
Oil on Linen
20 x 24 in
Omar Harb
Still Life with Pork Butt, 2021
Oil on Linen
20 x 24 in