Siham Ahmed Saleh, Art Painter/Cartoonist
BIOGRAPHY
I am Siham Ahmed Saleh, From Tripoli , I'm a Libyan architect who love to translate the inner thoughts and emotions to lines and drawings, that could communicate with others and touch them emotionally.
However , I use to write thoughts and poetry since I was at high school but lately I found the art is the proper language which could tell different stories about us.
I'm The founder of Libyan Naqsha ( Libyan engrave) , #LibyanNaqsha the drawing of Libyan identity.
I will leave you with the art language to know me more
INTERVIEW
Thank you so much for agreeing to an interview for our new arts initiative.
Here with a couple of questions for you but please feel free to add anything you might want to. You can be as elaborate as you want on your answers!
From which age or happening did you start having an interest in painting?
I love painting since I was a child , but this type in cartoon digital art in specific I just started in 2017 after My participation on conservation Libyan heritage conference
Who do you greatly admire in the painting arena and in other areas of the arts?
Charles M . Schulz, Bill Watterson and Pl.Lax man
Do you think of particular themes at a time and how much time do you spend on planning this?
Yes I am, my theme is concentrated in Libyan identity and culture heritage, and I am not taking long time to plan it. It is very fast because I draw by my finger on my I pad .
Do you have to travel much to get exactly that special scene for your painting?
No, in fact it is a daily life which I live with in my country
Do you often just see something and know you have to capture it right away?
Yes sometimes
Do you consider freedom of expression in art a fundamental right of creators and why?
Yes Sure. Because the artistic work is insider thoughts , feelings and imaginations that need an open felid with no limitations and obstacles.
Do you think that creativity should be a priority of educational systems and how would you encourage it?
Yes I guess, form my point of view may be if we could participating with ministry of education to plan monthly art events in schools and universities that encourage the art language of all talented students
Let's talk about creativity. What role should creativity play in society?
In general, creativity is an excellent means of expression and communication, and from my personal view, especially in the difficult stage of my country. it is the best language that can be used to spread awareness, belonging and love between us
What message would you like to convey with your painting?
Let Libyan people love and know there own culture heritage, and make the world know how Libya is beautiful.
What or who inspires you?
Frankly, everything in this life
What are your other interests?
I am interested in architecture design and graphic design
Many, thanks for providing us with your information. I appreciate the time you have given!
With kind regards
Hiba Shalabi
The 3NinesArts
