To EGYPT WITH LOVE - " 25 jan 2011"

TO EGYPT WITH LOVE

by basem samir

Lately I have been involved with everything happening around me connecting deeply with the social community and the drastic changes that been happening since the 25 th of January. The Egyptian revolution started by the youth but spread through the veins of the country pumping into the liberty square uniting the entire population to regain their liberty. A historical move done by a nation that strived for years, amusing me by their persistence, and their unity. Mostly I was inspired by the visual outcome of this revolt. Turning the square from a battle into an art exhibition. A big gallery of real art works with strong messages. The vibe and energy in tahrir square were inspiring. Spontaneous artists expressing themselves through painting and drawing or just doodling but using art as a peaceful tool to deliver their demands, their dreams, and their human rights.

“Freedom of speech” a word never felt so real before, by every mean Egyptian started to express. ( 11-2-2011)

سلمية ( peaceful ) written in pink , a building behind bars and a sign of tahrir ( liberation) street . A symbolic portrait of a great scenario of the elements of the revolution. (2-2-2011 )

social media made a strong impact on the Egyptian revolution as a tool, partner and a way of expression. The virtual world has come alive. (2-2-2011)

contradiction between the life the media wanted us to believe and the ugly truth expressed by the angry revolts. (2-2-2011)

( 11- 2 ) – The day the president stepped down. I was inspired by the visual outcome of the revolts, turning the square from a battle into an art exhibition. A big gallery of real art works with strong messages. ( 11-2-2011)