DESPEGAR by Samuel Lemba: IN COLLABORATION WITH THE HOXTON BRUSSELS

18 January - 18 March 2024
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    FOR QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO THE TEAM
    INFO@DEMAINART.COM I +32 472 12 02 02 (FLORENCE DERCK)
     
     DESPEGAR by Samuel Lemba
    The starting point of the exhibition is 'l'envol' or 'take off'. To fly is to dare, to challenge, to shine like a burning plane falling from the sky deprived of its freedom. 
     
    “Men teach us to think like chickens, although we are eagles. Spread your wings and fly away! And never be satisfied with the grains that are thrown at you.” - James Aggrey.
  • ARTWORKS ON DISPLAY

  • "TO FLY IS TO DARE, TO CHALLENGE, TO SHINE LIKE A BURNING PLANE FALLING FROM THE SKY DEPRIVED OF ITS FREEDOM." - SAMUEL LEMBA

  • WHO IS SAMUEL LEMBA?

    WHO IS SAMUEL LEMBA?

    Samuel Lemba (°1999, Kinshasa, CG) is a Liège-raised, Brussels-based painter. He is currently studying painting at La Cambre.
     
    Driven by questions about identity, Samuel Lemba explores different aspects of origins and identification. His work is guided by childhood memories and how they shaped him into the person he is today. The art of reflection and observation that he practiced as a child translates into his body of work.
     
    Samuel Lemba’s creative process is based on composition. The artworks capture the essence of scenes, emphasizing the atmospheric elements, colors, and intricate details. Rather than focusing on specific actors or characters, the emphasis lies on the atmosphere and actions taking place within the scene.
     
    Samuel Lemba’s work has been selected for multiple exhibitions over the years. Recent exhibitions include amongstothers: FO(U)R ROOMS, solo exhibition, omarcity, Antwerp (2022), years & years, group exhibition, Arenberg, Antwerp(2022), At the coast, group exhibition, /THE PLATFORM, Knokke-Heist (2022), group show at Ballon Rouge Collective,Brussels (2022). His work has also been showcased as part of the Black History Month program in Belgium.
     
  • Q&A, GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST BEHIND 'DESPEGAR'

    Q&A

    GET TO KNOW THE ARTIST BEHIND "DESPEGAR"
    In light of the upcoming exhibition, we sat down with Samuel Lemba. Driven by questions about identity, the artist explores different aspects of origins and identification. His work is guided by childhood memories and how they shaped him into the person he is today.
     
    Where do you find your inspiration?
    ⁠My inspirations come from many, many things and events that I have encountered or experienced throughout my life.
    Who are or what is your biggest artistic influences?
    At the moment, the person who influences my work is Mark Rothko, and my biggest influence is my childhood.
    How do you compose your paintings?
    There are generally three or four stages in the composition of my paintings. First there's the subject, the title and the literary meaning of it all, etc... Then comes the collection of images, which I specify can be anything. Once I've enriched them, I start by making a pre-painting sketch, and then I move on to the painting.
    What do you want the viewer’s experience of your work to be like?
    I want the viewer to project himself into a story, a scene or a moment.
    Three words that describe you best?
    Stubborn, dreamy, smiling.
    What is your dream project? ⁠
    Creating a film and writing a book.
    What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given?
    No matter what happens to keep silent.
     

  • THE HOXTON

    The Hoxton is a series of open-house hotels inspired by the diversity and originality of the streets and scenes that surround us. We turn empty car parks into hotels, reimagine old buildings that have interesting stories, and breathe fresh life into new ones. We've always been big on local. We strive to be an authentic reflection of our neighbourhoods, whilst supporting the communities that live and breathe around us. 
     
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