“1001 Knots, 1001 Steps, 1001 Stories” transcends the simple status of a body of artworks to stand as a veritable artistic and existential manifesto.This corpus testifies to an unceasing quest, that of an artist who, through her multiple experiences, weaves the threads of a philosophy of life based on connection, understanding and healing. By inviting us to contemplate nature through a new lens, Malika Sqalli reminds us that we belong to an inseparable whole. Indeed, by healing ourselves, we ultimately heal the world around us.
At the heart of this exhibition lies a quest for healing, both individual and collective. Through a philosophy deeply rooted in the interdependence between man and nature, the artist invites us to consider the world as a mirror of our own metamorphoses. With their rich symbolism and references to natural cycles, the works on display invite us to engage in deep introspection, urging us to recognize the parallels between the processes of growth, decline and renewal that drive the world around us and our own psyche. In this way, the artist invites us to (re)connect with the tenuous ties that connect us to earth, and to celebrate the complexity of our inner landscapes.