The Gate by Ahmed Karaly, Granite, 2009
“The idea is using architectural units and transferring them in sculptural works of art. ” – Ahmed Karaly
Gouldsboro
Artist Statement
I created this sculpture to be a peaceful and benevolent presence. It will be placed at the edge of the beautiful marsh that inspired it. I chose the great blue heron as my subject because I like the symbolism: skill and patience, going with the flow. I also like that the Iroquois people considered it an omen of good luck.
I would like to thank everyone involved in making the symposium possible. It is very exciting to be part of such a great project.
Artist Biography
Ahmed graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts in 1994. He began his artistic practices right after he graduated by participating in the Annual Youth Salon which was organized by the Ministry of Culture. He was given several awards at the Youth Salon which in time motivated him to participate in other local group exhibitions.
Ahmed’s first solo exhibition was in 2002 at El Mashrabeya Gallery in Dokki.