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Sacred exhibition at M16 Gallery – video interview with Fatima


The exhibition “Sacred” opens from 15 November to 1 December 2013 at the M16 Gallery in Canberra. The show is curated by Benita Tunks with works on display by Rachel Develin, Tina Fiveash, Gerald Jones, Mary Kayser, Fatima Killeen, Matthew Harding, Jenni Kemarre Martiniello, Amanda Stuart, Marcus Tatton and … Continue reading

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Video interview with Fatima Killeen – Moroccan artist, painter, printmaker


In 2004 the Canberra Islamic Centre (CIC) produced a government sponsored video about the centre and its members. I was one of three people interviewed to show how the centre interacts with the community. A seven minute excerpt showing footage in my studio and some of my artworks is … Continue reading

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Thrity Daily Greetings – Day 30 – Rumiyat: Dreaming of Paradise


Fatima Killeen Rumiyat: Dreaming of Paradise 2007 Etchings, dry roses, found objects on wood 3 pieces 30cm (L) x 25cm(W) x 10cm(D) each The world of Rumi is unique. It is a sanctum where religion, status, race or political forces … Continue reading

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 29 – In the name of Rumi


  Fatima Killeen In the name of Rumi 2012 Colour collograph, wood, found Dervish image & objects 54cm x 32cm x 15cm “When we came to Australia, we brought nothing with us from Iran, but Rumi was always in our … Continue reading

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 27 – Journey of Surrogacy and Resilience – Tree detail


Fatima Killeen Journey of Surrogacy and Resilience 2010 – Tree detail Etching on paper, found objects on wooden box 70cm x 90cm Entry in Blake Art Prize 2011 – selected for Directors Cut online CLICK on the image to enlarge

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 26 – Journey of Surrogacy and Resilience


Fatima Killeen Journey of Surrogacy and Resilience  2010 Etching on paper, found objects on wooden box 70cm x 90cm Entry in Blake Art Prize 2011 – selected for Directors Cut online CLICK on the image to enlarge To all pilgrims … Continue reading

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 25 – Mother and India


Fatima Killeen Mother and India 2012 Acrylic, sand, wood, lace, found objects 68cm x 37cm x 17cm This shrine/drawer is an expression of the love and yearning for home and family. It is the biggest compromise of all and I share … Continue reading

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 23 – Woven Prayer


Woven Prayer 2007 Collaboration by John & Fatima Killeen Wood, acrylic, embossed paper, ink, tarlitan 220cm x 117cm x 104cm Arabic reads:  The only conqueror is God At the Friday prayer from a raised pulpit called the “minbar,” the congregation … Continue reading

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 22 – The world stood there to watch No.3


Fatima Killeen The world stood there to watch No.3 2009 Collograph (Not in my name) Oil, embossed paper, acrylic, found objects, wood 60cm(h) x 50cm(w) x 15cm(d) Click on the image to enlarge

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Thirty Daily Greetings – Day 20 – The world stood there to watch


Fatima Killeen The world stood there to watch No.1 – 2009 Embossed paper, mirror, acrylic, wire, found objects, wood 60cm(h) x 50cm(w) x 15cm(d)

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