Amine Habki, FR

Amine Habki, born 2000 in Nantes, France. Lives and works in Paris.

Amine Habki, a recent graduate of the École nationale supérieure d’art de Paris-Cergy, delves into the theme of absent bodies through vibrant textile works. Inspired by hisFranco-Moroccan heritage, he reimagines traditional notions and representations of masculinity using embroidery and repurposed objects. Winner of several prestigiousawards in 2022, Habki’s work – an intricate blend of painting, sculpture and textile design – unveils micro-narratives that reflect his ongoing exploration of identity.

By deconstructing the archetype of the virile, high-performance man, Habki challenges conventional representations of masculinity. He conveys male vulnerability through soft, delicate materials such as fabrics and wool, using bright colours to infuse energy into his pieces. Each of Amine Habki’s works reveals a micro-narrative intimately tied to his search for identity and exploration of desire. While not autobiographical, his creations feature alter egos that depersonalize and universalize themes, giving voice to the marginalized and the unseen. Through chromatic choices, negative prints and the interplay between the front and back of his works, Habki explores the complexities of wholeness, seeking either to fill in absences or to embrace them.