Known for the boldness in his work coupled with political and social commentary, Hassan Jouni’s pieces depict subject matter that is both lyrical and narrative. His usage of color is expressive of inner emotions or possibly symbolic in meaning. In Untitled (Watermelon Eaters), the energetic brushstrokes portray the joyous moment of three men vigorously eating watermelon.

Known for the boldness in his work coupled with political and social commentary, Jouni’s pieces depict subject matter that is both lyrical and narrative. His usage of color is expressive of inner emotions or possibly symbolic in meaning. The lines in the faces of the man and the woman in “Untitled” roar with a determination and fierceness while the barbwire that makes up the kaffieh insinuates the battle is not over, that they will continue to fight to return to their homeland.

Known for the boldness in his work coupled with political and social commentary, Hassan Jouni’s pieces depict subject matter that is both lyrical and narrative. His usage of color is expressive of inner emotions or possibly symbolic in meaning. In Untitled (Flower Sellers), the lush blossoms take over the canvas covering the vendors and their carts.

Known for the boldness in his work coupled with political and social commentary, Hassan Jouni’s pieces depict subject matter that is both lyrical and narrative. His usage of color is expressive of inner emotions or possibly symbolic in meaning. The strong figure in the foreground raises his arm high while the sun rises behind him. Further evoking the idea of rebirth are the figures emerging from their tombs or rafts. Bathed in warm colors from the light of the sun, they feel as if they are stepping into the dawn of a new era.