Lost and found by Tala Worrell

Tala Worrell Zero Crossing, 2023

The richly layered and vibrantly colored abstract expressionist canvases of Tala Worrell are on view in “Lost and Found,” the artist’s solo exhibition at IYAD Qanazea Gallery in Abu Dhabi. Born in New York and raised in Abu Dhabi, Worrell, who is Lebanese American, creates art that navigates the cultural landscapes of the East and the West. Her latest body of work incorporates unconventional materials in her oil paintings, including za’atar, a blend of herbs native to the Levant; chia seeds; lace; mirrors; and henna, infusing each canvas with distinct cultural elements from the East. The works on display offer an authentic exploration of the tension and beauty evoked from navigating two cultures.