An Interview with Ala Alshadfan

Authors

• Alaa ShadfanFollow

Abstract

Jordanian-Palestinian artist Ala Alshadfan discusses Echoes of Loss, an exhibition that explores grief, trauma, displacement, and resilience through portraiture. Inspired by the Hatay earthquakes, the experiences of displaced Syrian communities, and the impact of war on Palestinian society, Shadfan uses color and expressive imagery to visualize emotional states such as shock, pain, and memory.

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Recommended Citation

Shadfan, Alaa (2026) "An Interview with Ala Alshadfan," Gatherings: Vol. 3: Iss. 2, Article 13.
Available at: https://fisherpub.sjf.edu/gatherings/vol3/iss2/13