ayat ayat cinta

Transactional love refers to a type of relationship in which affection and care are given or received based on an explicit exchange of goods, services, or emotional support. This concept introduces a form of reciprocity, where individuals engage in the relationship with the expectation of receiving something in return. While it might seem pragmatic and commonplace in certain scenarios, such as friendships or business partnerships, transactional love becomes problematic when it extends to romantic relationships.

blonde hair, blue eyes

A look into the bias reporting by the mainstream media which has unsheathed the flagrant racist and biased attitudes toward the value (or the lack thereof) of non-European life.

"This isn't a place, with all due respect, like Iraq or Afghanistan, that has seen conflict raging for decades," Charlie D'Agata, a senior CBS News correspondent, reported from Kyiv. "You know, this is a relatively civilized, relatively European — I have to choose those words carefully, too — city where you wouldn't expect that or hope that it's going to happen."

Join us as we explore the complexities of the human experience, shedding light on the disparities that persist in our world. Through powerful artworks and compelling narratives, we aim to spark conversations that inspire change. Let us come together, challenge our perspectives, and pave the way for a more inclusive and just future.

( A portion from every purchase from the collection, blonde hair, blue eyes, contributes to making a positive impact to the lives of children living in war torn countries.)

Paintings from this series will be uploaded after the exhibition

collection of other artworks

a series of paintings from past, present and future collaboration

nameless, faceless

In Nameless, Faceless, Ameer Basalamah delves into the erosion of identity within transactional relationships—those where love is reduced to a checklist of desires rather than a genuine emotional connection. Through this series, the faceless figures symbolize individuals who lose themselves in the pursuit of superficial relationships, where their individuality and deeper needs are overlooked. The absence of names and faces underscores the hollowness of such unions, emphasizing the tension between the yearning for love and the compromises made to fit into predefined roles. This body of work speaks to the struggle of maintaining one's essence in the face of emotionally detached partnerships.

Paintings from this series will be uploaded after the exhibition