“La Belleza” exhibition by MIA Art Collection brings Poetry to the fore of the Arts

As a member of the MIA Art Collection team, I was delighted to curate a selection of beautiful paintings by Lebanese contemporary artist Louma Rabah. Louma Rabah is most famous for painting Lebanese landscapes, cityscapes and towns using bold and expressive colors. Her compositions are vibrant, colorful and instantly striking. She uses art to freely express her inner beliefs by capturing and beautifying that which surrounds her. Louma Rabah’s talent lies in the harmony of her color combinations. Louma has been painting all her life, her main source of inspiration being nature. Louma has been active in the Beirut art scene since 2012, where she is considered a pillar of the community due to her philanthropy and her support of other artists. My selection of her works was inspired by the title and curatorial themes of the exhibition. In addition to Louma’s paintings, 2 of my poems have been featured in the show, published here in this article. Observing Louma’s paintings, certain melodies come to mind. There is rhythm, color harmony and balance; and yet, there is also a sense of excitement and enchantment. Her paintings truly beautify the space in which they are exhibited.