DHAKA, Apr 25 (V7N) - A captivating international group exhibition, "Where the Spirit Meets the Bone," has commenced its artistic journey today at the Satori Academy of Arts in the capital. The exhibition, which promises a profound exploration of sensory ecologies and the healing power of care, will run until May 16th.

Curated by the visionary Kehkasha Sabah, this significant artistic endeavor is supported by the British Council through its "Art Exchange: Moving Image" program. This cross-cultural initiative fosters professional development and exhibition opportunities for emerging and mid-career visual arts curators from Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

The inaugural chapter of the exhibition, running from today until May 7th, was graced by the presence of eminent Bangladeshi artists Dhali Al Mamoon and Dilara Begum Jolly, alongside Stephen Forbes, the Country Director of the British Council in Bangladesh. This initial phase delves into the intricate relationship between our senses and the social, emotional, and cultural fractures of erasure, trauma, and loss. It powerfully emphasizes care as a vital process of healing and features the compelling works of seven talented Bangladeshi artists and four international artists, including pieces on loan from the prestigious British Council Collection. Notably, the exhibition also provides a platform for the creative expressions of four promising art students from Bangladesh.

Looking ahead, the second chapter of "Where the Spirit Meets the Bone," scheduled from May 9th to May 16th, will showcase the dynamic outcomes of experimental workshops led by esteemed artist-educators Shohrab Jahan and Zihan Karim, both from Bangladesh. With a focus on the innovative use of moving images in both pedagogy and artistic practice, this segment will present a compelling constellation of moving images, immersive sound installations, and engaging interactive works.

The workshops that form the foundation of the second chapter saw the enthusiastic participation of Bangladeshi artists Abid Hassan, Arshadul Hoque, Naznin Ahmed, and Sadia Afroz.

Curator Kehkasha Sabah eloquently described the exhibition, stating, "'Where ‘The Spirit Meets the Bone’ is a speculative project evoking our somatic senses and their profound relation with care, necessary in the often indescribable human terrain where vulnerability converges. The title also comes from Miller Williams' poem 'Compassion,' a reminder to see human frailty with empathy."

Marking the exhibition's grand opening, Stephen Forbes of the British Council remarked, "The British Council is deeply committed to supporting the vibrant community of talented artists through our various UK-Bangladesh initiatives. We are immensely pleased to support Kehkasha Sabah and her thought-provoking exhibition through 'Art Exchange: Moving Image.' This immersive and deeply engaging exhibition, organized as part of a curatorial fellowship, beautifully showcases Kehkasha Sabah's artistic dedication to exploring crucial societal themes and further enriches the cultural tapestry shared between the UK and Bangladesh. We warmly invite all art enthusiasts and the wider public to immerse themselves in this remarkable exhibition."

"Where the Spirit Meets the Bone" promises to be a significant cultural event, fostering dialogue and understanding through the powerful language of art. Voice7 encourages all art lovers to visit the Satori Academy of Arts and experience this unique international artistic exchange.

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