Fez has always been part of Hind Kadi Hamman’s story, but this time, she’s the one bringing something back to the city. 

Fez – Galerie Mohammed Kacimi in Fez is currently hosting the latest solo exhibition by Casablanca-based artist Hind Kadi Hamman. 

Running from February 4 to 18, the exhibition holds deep personal significance for the artist, marking her first show in the city where she was born.

“This exhibition feels like a renaissance for me,” Kadi Hamman told Morocco World News in an interview. 

“Exhibiting in Fez for the first time is like being born again as an artist.”

Born in Fez but raised in Casablanca, Kadi Hamman has exhibited her work so many times, yet this show is particularly meaningful. 

She describes it as a return to her roots, a moment of recognition in the place where her journey began. 

Her work in this exhibition reflects a fusion of personal history, cultural identity, and artistic evolution.

The paintings on display are characterized by a bold and expressive color palette, with red playing a dominant role. 

“The color red took over me while working on this collection,” she explained. “For me, it symbolizes love, family, and blood; deep, emotional connections that tie us to our past and shape who we are.” 

Alongside red, Kadi incorporates black and cream, colors she has used consistently throughout her career, creating a visual signature that blends tradition and modernity.

One of the key pieces in the exhibition explores her pride in being an African artist. “I take pride in being an African artist,” she said. “It’s inspiring to see how the African art scene is evolving internationally.”

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The painting is a tribute to African artistic expression and the growing global presence of creatives from the continent.

Kadi Hamman’s passion for art began in early childhood, though she cannot recall the exact moment it all started. 

“I’ve been painting since I can remember,” she said. “Probably since I was four or five years old.” 

Her professional journey, however, took off in 2018 when she held her first solo exhibition in Bouznika. 

That opportunity, she acknowledges, was a turning point. “I was very lucky to have had the chance to do that,” she said. “It was thanks to Richard Darko, my artistic advisor, who really pushed me to start an artistic career. It’s mostly because of him that I’m here today.”

With this exhibition in Fez, Kadi Hamman sees her artistic journey coming full circle. It is a moment of both reflection and renewal, as she embraces her past while continuing to evolve. 

Through her vibrant and deeply personal work, she invites viewers to experience her emotions, her heritage, and the journey that has brought her back home.