Nearly 50 artists from Syria, Palestine, and other Arab countries are displaying 55 paintings, sculptures, and photographs at the “Pulse of the Land” exhibition in Damascus, held at al-Shaab Hall. The works explore Palestinian heritage, identity, and resilience, featuring landmarks like the Dome of the Rock and Al-Aqsa Mosque, symbols such as olive branches and the keffiyeh, and Arabic calligraphy inspired by poet Mahmoud Darwish. The exhibition includes contributions from the Palestinian Fine Artists Union in Syria and the “Lamma” platform, with artists like Hanan Mohammad and photographer Lin Mohammad showcasing pieces that blend abstract, realist, and surrealist styles.
The exhibition matters because it provides a platform for Palestinian and Arab artists to preserve and communicate cultural identity through visual art amid ongoing regional challenges. By bringing together diverse artistic approaches focused on shared heritage, it strengthens cultural ties among participating countries and underscores the role of art in documenting memory, belonging, and resilience. The event follows a similar “Land Day” art gathering in Damascus, reflecting sustained efforts to keep Palestinian narratives alive in the art world.