Roxana Casillas is a sculptor, born in Mexico City in 1964. Her work aims to celebrate the enigmatic aspects of femininity, delving into her own psyche as both the creator and the subject while offering viewers profound insights into the complexities of existence and the journey of self-discovery. Working primarily with contemporary sculpture, Roxana finds joy in the tangible and transformative nature of this medium.
Working predominantly with oil painting, clay, and photography, artist and social justice advocate Anrike Piel (b. 1993), with womanhood in focus, contributes her perspective on the enduring impact of intergenerational trauma on individuals and society, the plight of refugees, and societal reflections. Her work aims to catalyse change, challenge perceptions, and advocate for a more empathetic world.
Karim Abed was born in El-Kelâa (Tigzirt), a small village in North Africa. He moved to Ontario, Canada, in 2004, where he has lived ever since. His work explores the dynamics of human relations both at the individual and societal levels. Through his photos, he examines the impact of modernity on ancient cultures that are fighting for survival. The idea of power and how it is used in our day and age is at the center of his current work.
