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| PAINTING WITH SPECIAL NEEDS HILDREN AT RASHID PEDIATRIC CENTER |
Buzzingtales caught up with the extremely grounded Hesham
Malik (An Artist) who is soon to paint live with Bollywood actor Hritik Roshanfor a charity auction event at Sotheby’s Auction House, Dubai. Though this
interview you get a glimpse of his iron will to overcome personal adversities, by
battling it with hope & the joy of giving. Read On!!
Hi Mr Hesham Malik,
Thanks for taking time to chat up with
us. It was wonderful seeing you paint with the children at Rashid Pediatric
Center. Have you been associated with such initiatives earlier?
I used to paint with children with blurred vision in
Canada. As an artist I used to paint with senior citizens. However in Dubai
this is my first opportunity, but I am hopeful that in the future I get more
such fulfilling opportunities through organizations line Senses & Al Noor.
What drives you to work with senior
citizen and special needs children?
Normally when we paint we can see color. But what
these children experience is complete ecstasy and thrill. The excitement they
feel is infectious. It really touches the heart. The happiness on their face is
the most cherished gift.
Being epileptic myself I somehow connected with
their world; I feel at ease with them. As a child it was difficult for me to
sit in class, be with other children or even to study. But I feel drawn to
these children and I am completely comfortable among them. More than anything
it is fun to paint with the kids.
How did you come to paint abstract?
Every artist should have their own unique style and
approach to painting. I was unable to find my style although I had started
painting as a young boy.
Once while I was painting outside I suffered a
seizure and fell on my canvas. That produced a different combination of
abstract entities and figures. After this episode I started deliberately
painting abstract. That is how Hesaham’s style developed.
Your new collection that is part of charity auction
is called “Esparito”. What does it mean?
Esparito is a Spanish word and literally means
spirit. The word appeals to me for the simple reason that it has an artistic
ring to it. I believe that our spirits are all connected to each other. When
the spirits speak we listen. My spirit speaks though my paintings. Children are
reflection of pure spirit of divinity. Through their unconditional affection
and purity I create imagery on to the canvas. I get a rare chance to witness
their pristine spirits. The collection is a positive. Hope all will enjoy it.
What advice would you like to give to aspiring young
artists?
I tell young people there is a lot to learn and
absorb before you can paint. I have travelled widely, interacted and even lived
with people of different culture. Unlike English and Math a lot of art also
comes from within i.e. when we give it a free leash. One should add their own
element. I personally like to add different texture so that there is
disturbance and people are driven to interact. Sameness in an artwork is
boring. Learning and experimenting are key ingredients. It’s a never ending
process.
My Passion fuelled my painting. There is nothing I
want to do or can do other than paint. I wanted to take my art to places.
People may like my art but I value critical, comments a lot. It helps me grow
as an artist. It challenges an artist and bring out the best.
How do you envision your future?
I would like to take my art to different places and
people and not stick to museums and galleries. I like the sense of being part
of community. There is nothing else in the world I want to do other than
painting. But I want my art to penetrate the market. I am ready to take risks,
learn and grow, and even fail that is what makes the path to progress a fun
experience.
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