Contemporary Egyptian Visual Artist, & Art Conservator
You and I
"You and I" Collection is a collection of artworks by the Egyptian artist Hossam El-Kady, characterized by its focus on human relationships, partnership, isolation, and intimacy. Key features of the collection:
• Theme: The works revolve around the dynamics of the dual relationship (you and I), exploring feelings of love and human connection.
• Style: Predominantly Expressionist with a strong tendency towards abstraction, employing impasto to create textured and powerful forms.
• Color Palette: Often using contrasts between cool and warm colors (such as dark blue versus red or white) to create dramatic and visual tension that reflects the depth of emotions.
• Materials: The artist prefers acrylic over wood in this collection, giving the works solidity and a strong physical presence.
Notable works in the collection:
• "Together": A painting depicting two people embracing tightly under a blue halo, symbolizing security and shared passion.
• "Lonely Woman": A painting showing a figure hunched over in dark blue, expressing isolation. Alienation.
The collection invites viewers to reflect on the nature of human relationships and shared existence. This key is a part of his exhibition.
Lonely Woman
"Lonely Woman" is an intensely expressive portrait that embodies artist Hossam El-Kadi's vision of the human condition. The work is distinguished by its bold and unique portrayal of the face, where the artist employs contrasting lines and colors, thus creating visual tension and a sense of loneliness.
The central theme of the work is isolation, exploring how a person can be alone even in the presence of others. The expressive eyes and distorted features are characteristic of Al-Qadi's style, which delves into the personal psychological dimension.
The technique reveals a manipulation of features and surface textures, lending the painting a powerful physical presence that resonates with its emotional message. This work is a valuable addition to any collection of contemporary expressionist art and portrait studies.
Title: Lonely Woman
You and I Collection
Acrylic on paper.
40×30 cm.
Cairo 2006.
You and I
The painting "You and I" is a prime example of Hossam El-Kady's distinctive expressionist style, delving into the depths of human relationships and emotional connection. In this work, human figures are abstracted into muted, solid blocks of color, surrounded by a dark aura that suggests shared isolation or a haven from the outside world.
El-Kady employs a cool, dominant palette of blues and navy, cleverly balanced with warm touches of pink and white, creating a subtle visual tension that reflects the dynamics of the relationship between the two partners. The vertical composition of the rectangular form enhances the sense of containment and intense closeness.
Technically, the surface is characterized by the use of impasto and thick acrylic layers, lending the work a vibrant texture and raw energy that reflects spontaneity and expressive power. "You and I" is a visual-psychological study that explores themes of partnership, unity, and shared identity in a powerful and evocative abstract artistic language.
Title: You and I
You and I Collection
Technique and materials:
Acrylic on wood.
115×50.5cm.
Cairo 2005.
Private collection, Germany.
Together
The painting "Together" is a prime example of Hossam El-Kady's expressive sculptural style and is part of his "You and I" series, which delves into the depths of duality to explore intimacy and human connection.
In this artwork, two figures are depicted embracing tightly, constructed using a striking impasto technique that lends them a powerful physical presence.
El-Kady employs a dramatic color contrast between the dark blue background and the two bright white figures, with a fiery red base symbolizing passion or a strong foundation. The vertical composition enhances the sense of containment and emotional intensity, while the luminous blue disc above them suggests cosmic protection or a shared destiny. "Together" is a visual psychological study that explores themes of partnership, unity, and shared identity in a powerful and evocative abstract artistic language.
Title: Together
You and I Collection
Technique and materials:
Acrylic on wood.
115×50.5cm.
Cairo 2005.
Private collection, Germany.​
Notes for Curators/Collectors
All artworks are fully documented and available for viewing by interested art collectors or museums. For inquiries regarding availability or future exhibitions. Please contact via email.