December 11 | Lunch and Learn with Artist Roda Medhat
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 | 12:30 to 1:30 PM
Free | Online | Registration required
About the Program
In this artist talk, Kurdish-Canadian artist Roda Medhat explores the intersection of scale, light, and cultural identity within his body of work. Medhat will delve into how he uses large-scale installations and light based works to create immersive experiences that provoke conversations around cultural preservation, identity, and placehood. By examining key projects, neon rugs to inflatables adorned with Kurdish rug patterns, Medhat will discuss his approach to highlighting the overlooked and the hidden aspects of cultural heritage in public spaces.
About the Artist
Roda Medhat is a Kurdish born artist, currently based in Toronto, Canada. He obtained a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from OCAD University, where he specialized in video art, photography, and sculpture/installation work. Additionally, he studied film production at FAMU Film and Television School of Prague. Medhat is completing his MFA at the University of Guelph. Medhat’s work has been recognized by the Ontario Arts Council and the Canada Council for the Arts. In 2023, Medhat was selected as the 401 Richmond Career Launcher Prize recipient. In 2024, he also received the CIBC C2 Art Prize. His creative vision often centres on the experience of being a child of the 1.5 generation, exploring the complexities of living between cultures, particularly as a Kurdish artist. Through his art, Medhat seeks to bridge cultural divides and promote a sense of shared human experience. His dedication to creating socially impactful and visually stunning art underscores his commitment to advancing the boundaries of contemporary art.
