In a solo exhibition at Yorkton Workshop, Hackney, Ghafar Tajmohammad presented work developed through a commission by Counterpoints Arts, with support from Arts Council England and in partnership with the Afghan Association London Harrow.
 

Afghani War Rugs Reimagined reinterpreted Afghan war rugs through a blend of art and oral history. The exhibition showcased expanded paintings, handwoven rugs, and audio and text narratives that went beyond the pictorial symbols of conflict and violence, instead examining the lived migration experiences of the Afghan diaspora in the UK.
 

This exhibition served as a response to the events surrounding the Fall of Kabul in August 2021, aiming to preserve memories and encourage dialogue between cultures.

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Exhibition Programme

 

Conflict Textiles Workshop

Date: June 19th, 11:00-15:00 PM​

 

Private View

Date: June 22nd, 6:00-9:00 PM​

 

Drop-in Rug Weaving Workshop

Date: Throughout the exhibition period​

 

Panel Discussion on Afghan Art and Artists featuring Lazo Studio

Date: June 24th, 1pm