Childhood Reimagined September 16 – October 14
ABOUT JANET RADY FINE ART
Based between London and the United Arab Emirates, Janet Rady expresses her creative talent as a specialist in contemporary art. Highly educated in the field, Janet holds a Masters Degree in Islamic Art History from the University of Melbourne, and a BA from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.
As well as expert knowledge of art history, Janet has extensive industry experience, spanning over thirtyfive years. Passionate about the International Art Market, she continues to buil on her diverse skills from her time at leading auction houses and major commercial galleries.
Janet is a memeber of many renowned professional bodies including Finarta, The Private International Art Network, The Advisory Council of CARAVAN, and The Council of the Iran Society. In 2022, Janet was the curator of the first ever Kyrgyz Republic Pavilion with exhibitor Firouz FarmanFarmaian at the 59th International Art Exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia.
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Front Cover: Daniel Freaker, The Stranger, 2021, Acrylic on canvas, 13o x 100 x 40 cm
Back Cover: Yasser Claud-Ennin, In a World of Our Own , 2023, Oil on Fantua fabric, 121.9 x 91.4 cm
Childhood Reimagined
Exhibition Dates: September 16 – October 14, 2024
Janet Rady Fine Art is pleased to announce "Childhood Reimagined," an evocative online exhibition exploring the nuances of childhood through the eyes of contemporary artists. The virtual viewing room will be live from September 16 to October 14, 2024 on our artsy channel and website.
This exclusive online exhibition features a carefully curated selection of works that delve into the memories, joys, and complexities of childhood. Showcasing pieces by emerging and established artists, "Childhood Reimagined" invites viewers to immerse themselves in the diverse perspectives and emotions associated with this formative stage of life.
Featured artists include Jules Disso, whose vibrant acrylic works like Magni (2024) and Ma'a Mboh-Mboh (2024) capture the warmth and familial connections of early years. Jeffery Baidoo’s textured fabric compositions, including Hopeful 2 (2024) and Emotional Look (2024), convey the innocence and wonder of youth. Yasser Claud-Ennin’s poignant pieces, such as In a World of Our Own (2023) and Round and Round We Go (2022), offer tender reflections on the simplicity and beauty of childhood moments.
Additional highlights include Theophilus Tetteh’s The Other Side of the Story You Were Not Told (2023), Joshua Donkor’s Kwami Generational Memories (2023), and Moses Mous’s Repè et Muna (Father and Son) (2022), which explore themes of intergenerational bonds and memory. Meanwhile, Malekeh Nayiny's evocative digital prints, Togetherness (2022) and Our Teddy Takes Care of Us (2022), explore the whimsical and fleeting nature of childhood through vibrant visual symbolism. Shadi Abousada's Conversation (2022) and Amy Dury's Retelling (2024) and Starry Eyes (2024) evoke the narratives of childhood through vivid visual storytelling.
Complementing these visual narratives, we draw inspiration from the words of poet William Blake, who captures the joy and purity of youth in his poem, Laughing Song:
"When the green woods laugh with the voice of joy, And the dimpling stream runs laughing by; When the air does laugh with our merry wit, And the green hill laughs with the noise of it."
This exhibition serves as a reminder of the lasting impact of childhood on our lives, shaping who we become and how we see the world.
Janet Rady Fine Art invites you to visit our online viewing room from September 16 to October 14. Explore the rich tapestry of childhood memories and discover how these artists reimagine this universal theme
Text written by Giorgia Cioni
Shadi Abousada Conversation , 2022
Mixed media on canvas
Yasser Claud- Ennin In a World of Our Own, 2023
Oil on Funtua fabric
Yasser Claud- Ennin Set for Adventure, 2023
Jules Disso Magni, 2024
Acrylic on canvas
Jules Disso
Ma'a Mboh -Mboh , 2024 Acrylic
Ball pen and acrylic on canvas
Joshua Donkor
Kwami, Generational Memories, 2023
Alex Gbizié La Canette- Voiture, 2022
Acrylic on canvas
Repè et Muna (Father and son), 2022
Moses Mous
Acrylic and razor scratches on canvas
Nayiny Our Teddy Takes Care of Us, 2022
C Print 100 x 60 cm 39 3/8 x 23 5/8 in Edition of 7 (#1/7) € 2,600.00
Segun Keep Expanding Yourself (KEY), 2024
Acrylic, Ankara fabric on canvas
Theophilus Tetteh
The other side of the story you were not told, 2023
Acrylic on canvas
