Tagreed Darghouth's Gardens and Jungles at Tabari Artspace
Tabari Artspace presents Gardens and Jungles, a solo exhibition by Lebanese painter Tagreed Darghouth. The show features new acrylic works responding to the militarisation of civil society, inspired by Stephen Graham's theories on urban warfare. Darghouth challenges EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell's 'garden vs. jungle' dichotomy, arguing that new divisions have made the world neither safer nor more appealing. Paintings range from 29 x 21 cm to 3 x 3 m, using gestural impasto over camouflaged prints. Imagery includes landscapes, flowers, birds, and icons like Ares, military helicopters, tanks, and toy soldiers, symbolising resilience against enforced militarism. The artist describes her work as an act of resistance, celebrating art in humanity's darkest moments.
Key facts
- Tabari Artspace hosts Gardens and Jungles, a solo exhibition by Tagreed Darghouth.
- Darghouth is a Lebanese female painter.
- The exhibition responds to the militarisation of civil society.
- It is inspired by Stephen Graham's ideas on warfare and urban transformation.
- The title references Josep Borrell's 'garden vs. jungle' remark about Europe vs. the rest of the world.
- Works include acrylic paintings on canvas from 29 x 21 cm to 3 x 3 m.
- Paintings feature gestural impasto layers over camouflaged prints.
- Icons include Ares, military helicopters, tanks, and toy soldiers.
Entities
Artists
- Tagreed Darghouth
Institutions
- Tabari Artspace