Casablanca: the 1st National Exhibition of Emerging Contemporary Art Artists continues until November 30 at the Villa des Arts

40 young talents from the four corners of Morocco gathered at the Villa des Arts in Casablanca, united by a common desire to share, to exhibit their artistic works, on the occasion of the 1st National Exhibition of Emerging Artists of contemporary Art which lasts until Saturday November 30. Organized by the Basma association in partnership with the Al Mada Foundation, this show stands out, with its exhibition, its various conferences and its practical workshops, as a platform for meetings, training and dialogue.

Throughout the exhibition rooms of the Villa des Arts, the visitor is overwhelmed by a profusion of works of art as varied as they are striking, a diversity of styles and mediums that leaves no one indifferent. From the black and white photographs of Ilyass Baha to the realisms of Mourad Fedouache, including the calligraphies on wood of Mohamed Amine Serhane and the immersive installations of Aissa Joud, each work offers a unique experience. And from the human metamorphosis explored by Oualid Ouchdiri to the celebration of the Amazigh woman by Aicha Abouhaj, through the vibrant energy of Younes Sefyaoui’s collages, to the fluidity of Ayoub Amrani’s forms, there is something for everyone.

Behind this initiative is Ilyass Alami Afilal, founding president of Beaux-Arts solidarité Maroc association (Basma). Since 2020, at the heart of the health crisis linked to Covid-19, this association has given itself the mission of supporting young Moroccan artists, whether they are graduates of the Fine Arts schools of Tetouan or Casablanca, or even passionate self-taught people. Among his achievements is the creation of the first digital platform for referencing young talents, “LaPlateforme55”.

«This show aims to fill the gap between leaving fine art and entering a gallery, a period often marked by a lack of opportunities and visibility“, explains Ilyass Alami Afilal. “The road is long and strewn with pitfalls for these young creators, and our role is to support them in this transition.», he adds.

Some participants have already been distinguished by prizes such as the “Al Mustaqbal prize” or that of the “Dream Artist” show, while others are still seeking recognition. “We are delighted to see the diversity of styles and mediums presented during this edition. This testifies to the richness and vitality of the Moroccan artistic scene. Our goal is to show the world the exceptional talent of our young creators», Shares the founder of the salon.

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«The enthusiasm of the public, both Moroccan and foreign, is a real reward for all those involved in this exhibition. This proves that contemporary art arouses growing interest and that the need to discover new talents is real.», he concludes.

As part of the cultural priorities of the Morocco 2030 vision, the National Salon of Emerging Contemporary Art Artists hopes to establish itself as an unmissable annual event. More than an exhibition, it offers a real space of expression and recognition for a new generation of Moroccan artists, ready to carry the colors of contemporary art high on the national and international scene.