A look at the creators behind Loot NFTs first set: Kenza Fakira
NeoWorlder introduces Kenza Fakira, the second artist to contribute to the first set titled “Breathe.”
About Kenza
Kenza was exposed to art early on, often selecting paintbrushes over toys during her childhood. Throughout high school, she maintained her passion for art, developing a fondness for realistic portraiture.
The young creator leveraged this strength to create unique pieces. Kenza always dreamt of entering the world of 3D animation. She began taking steps to achieve this goal in 2017 when she moved to Cape Town to pursue tertiary studies in various industry-standard software. Once she had mastered the art of 3D animation, Kenza began to apply her skill professionally.
Today, she is a 3D artist at Lucan Studio in Cape Town. She also works as a freelance illustrator and matte painter. In addition, she has an impressive portfolio, including multiple album art for singer/songwriter Jacob Lee for his album “Philosophy,” released in 2019.
When presented with the opportunity to collaborate with NeoWorlder, Kenza was pleasantly surprised that such an innovative platform was being introduced. She further expressed her confidence in the options that NeoWorlder could provide young digital artists in her native Mauritius, as she feels that the island is not entirely receptive to this modernized art form.
Dyspnea
For her first piece in the set, Kenza incorporated a vital element of surrealism, a 20th-century style of art popularized by historical figures such as Salvador Dali. This art style relies on creativity and juxtaposition and is relatively easy to execute.
In the piece, Kenza managed to portray the irrationality of surrealism while adhering to the theme at the same time. She used the title “Dyspnea” to evoke a sense of suffocation, which is felt throughout the art piece as water swirls around and covers the subject’s upper chest, mouth, and nostrils before eventually consuming her.
The piece can stimulate a visual and emotional reaction from the viewer. It invites us to contemplate the physical sensation of dyspnea. A source of life is consuming the subject: water. This piece alone makes Kenza a creative genius, and we look forward to seeing what else she has to offer the world of surrealism.
Synthetic air
Her second piece, titled “Synthetic Air,” commemorates the changes enforced by society due to the coronavirus outbreak of 2019, particularly regarding the compulsory use of face masks. The creation reflects how a single-face show separates us from the virus. Who would have thought this would be our reality three years ago?
Observe the level of detail Kenza includes in the work. It is remarkable, considering this is not a picture but a digital reconstruction.
Kenza’s brilliance lies in taking a simple concept and adding multiple layers. As a result, her art is diverse and inspiring. Her sophistication is inspiring; we hope she can be a role model for many aspiring artists.
