I feel a deep, organic connection with the branch as we collaborate to create art. My process starts in nature, taking impressions from trunks, rocks, and pine needles. In the studio, I work with branches, barks, and leaves dipped in color, allowing them to express freely on the canvas while I also express myself. This freedom mirrors my personal exploration, driving my growth and evolution. Inspired by Donna Haraway’s notion of mutual becoming, my painting reflects a symbiotic relationship with nature.
Nada Matta
Lebanese, born 1968
Born in 1968 and a graduate of ATEP, Paris, Nada Matta completed her training at A&F Chantraine dance school. Her work has been featured in numerous exhibitions: “Parcours d’artistes de Metz” (2013-2017), solo exhibitions in Beirut (2017, 2019, 2023), and international events like Beirut Art Fair (2018) and DDESSINPARIS (2019). She has also participated in collective exhibitions, including the October 17th revolution-themed shows in 2020, and solidarity collectives after the Beirut explosion. Matta has published three illustrated albums with MeMo editions, with “Petite Pépite” winning the 2017 “Sorcières Prize.”
