Samar Albader, who was born and still resides in Kuwait, paints acrylics and mixed media abstracts that focus heavily on expressive line, layers of different visual depth and the interplay between that which is hidden and that which is revealed. Her muted use of color adds an air of mystery to the work, and her shimmering use of light conjures the light and heat of deserts, adding a breathless sense of tension and waiting. Profoundly touched and moved by her connection to the mysticism that she considers intrinsic to her culture, Albader's perception of “The East” pervades all of her work. To Albader, “East” is “a word of genuine beauty that embraces ambiguity, charm and creation,” and she seeks to capture that spirit through her art. Even the materials she uses to create her work are a connection to her homeland: she uses sand, stones, and natural pigments along with oils and acrylics.
Samar Albader is a freelance artist whose art has received international recognition and awards.