Ameena Al Jerman Alali: Multi-Disciplinary Artist and art researcher

Ameena Al Jerman Alali is a United Arab Emirates-born artist whose practice delves into the complex layers of history, identity, and cultural memory. Born in 1990, Ameena Al Jerman Alali holds a Master of Fine Arts from Konstfack in Stockholm and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Zayed University in Dubai. Her academic background in Fine Arts and International Studies informs a deeply researched and conceptually driven artistic approach. Ameena Al Jerman Alali centers her artistic inquiry on historical fragments, specifically the legacies of slavery and the experiences of Afro-Emirati communities in the Arabian and Persian Gulf regions. Through her work, she seeks to re-introduce narratives derived from her own family history, addressing themes of trauma and collective memory. Her primary mediums include video installations, sculpture, painting, and mixed media, which she uses to create immersive environments that challenge viewers to engage with often-overlooked historical perspectives. Based between Dubai and Stockholm, Ameena Al Jerman Alali continues to develop her professional portfolio, showcasing projects that bridge personal narrative with broader socio-historical contexts. Her dedication to contemporary visual arts and her focus on the intersection of heritage and social justice make her a significant voice in the regional and international art scene. Her work remains focused on trauma amendments and the reclamation of historical narratives through sophisticated visual storytelling.