| Abdala Faye | |
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Abdala Faye, 2008 |
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| Born | 1 January 1971 Yene Guedj, Senegal |
| Nationality | Senegalese |
| Field | Painting, Drawing, Sculpture |
Abdala Faye is a Senegalese mixed media artist. He is the grandson of former Senegalese king, Mbaye Ndiay Djaly.
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At the age of 12 he had his first showing and sold all of his paintings. From that day on, Abdala immersed himself in art and became a full time artist. He knew that art, not government service was his life's calling.
Faye began traveling the continent of Africa and Europe at the age of 15.
In Burkina Faso Abdala learned the methods of batik (printing on cloth with wax), and mudclothe (printing on cloth with a mixture of mud and herbs).[1]
Abdala's art has been featured in exhibits around the world including Senegal, Brasil, France, Belgium, Germany and the United States.[2]
Faye opened Akebuland in Iowa City, IA USA. The store sold paintings and other authentic African goods crafted by villagers in Ndem, Senegal. Among the items were Abdala's batik and mudclothe designs and finger paintings.[3]
In 2008 he moved to Cincinnati, OH where he is opening The Faye Gallery.[4]
Abdala likes to give back to the community. He is the co-founder of "Art Express". Art Express aids those with disabilities by means of art experimentation regardless of their economical status.[5] He also donates pieces and shares positive messages to art students in his community.[6]
| “ | Art is my voice. | ” |
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— Abdala Faye [7]
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