Jannat El Harrak - Curriculum

Jannat El Harrak is a deeply inspired artist, drawing her creativity from the beauty of nature, which she thoughtfully observes and eloquently conveys, as well as from the rich history of art and the brilliance of her predecessors. Quoting masters such as Monet, Turner, and other great painters, she immerses herself in the essence of the Belle Époque, orientalism, and exoticism, transforming her canvases into expansive, open spaces.

Her inspiration springs from both external observations and internal reflections, moving from the sensitive exterior to the most intimate depths. With flawless technique, she is like a virtuoso musician, using her brush as an instrument to evoke powerful emotions.

When you contemplate her compositions—always impeccably arranged—and allow yourself to be enveloped by the radiant light she creates, it’s as if you are drawn into a meditative state, experiencing feelings, emotions, déjà vu, subtle nods, and tributes. Flirting with the perfection of balance, her work enchants, mesmerizes, and soothes both the mind and the heart.

Originally from Tangier, where painting was part of her academic upbringing, Jannat is now an adopted daughter of Barcelona, a city that nourishes her love for Iberian culture and is a fundamental part of her identity.

Her social work with NGOs, focusing on immigrants, women, children, and victims of war, is clearly reflected in the emotions captured in her paintings.

Self-taught, Jannat has been fortunate to encounter mentors who believed in her talent and guided her toward expressing her innate ability with both precision and sensitivity. With a profound sense of feminine freedom, she crafts powerful, evocative works that showcase her perfect technique.

A passionate and dedicated visual artist, Jannat explores various styles, techniques, and mediums in her painting. Her work delves into cultural and emotional narratives, exploring themes of identity, nature, and the human experience. With a proven history of exhibiting her art locally and internationally, she strives to create pieces that resonate with diverse audiences, evoking thought, emotion, and connection.

Languages

Arabic – Native

French – Native

Spanish – Bilingual proficiency

Catalan – Bilingual proficiency

English – Bilingual proficiency

Artistic Experience

• 2020-Present
• Creating custom artwork for private clients and corporate commissions
• Participating in group shows and art fairs
• Developing personal art projects and ongoing series

Specialties

• Painting Techniques: Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Mixed Media
• Styles & Subjects: Abstract, Figurative, Portraiture, Landscape, Surrealism
• Artistic Process: Composition, Color Theory, Texture, Light and Shadow

• Collaborative Projects with Other Artists and Institutions

Education and memberships

• Self-taught
• Additional relevant courses in, Art Theory and practices.
• Member of the ‘Reial cercle artistic de Barcelona’. Barcelona, Spain.
• Member of ‘Center Euro-Arab de Catalunya’. Barcelona, Spain
• Member of Risalat el Fannan, Marrakesh Morocco.

Exhibitions

• ‘El mediterraneo entre luces y sombras’, Cercle Artistic De Barcelona  May – June 2021
•  ‘The migration’. Academia de Belles Arts de Sabadell, March 2021
• ‘La femme en la mediterrannée’ –  French institute of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain November 2020

Group Exhibitions

• ‘Basta ya’ exhibition against gender violence , Barcelona, Spain, November 2024
•  ‘L’art pour tous’, Dar Snayae, Tetuan Morocco (September 2024)
• ‘Festival International D’Art Plastique à Tétouan’ Morocco 4-6 October 2024
• ‘Andalucia se viste de Gala’ Hotel Granat Boutique, April – June  2023
• ‘El Torreon de las Gavias’, Granada, Spain, February 2023
• ‘Orillas entre versos’, Circulo artístico y Cientifico de Granada, Granada, Spain, June 2022
• ‘La femme et l art’  Espace Zeljou, Larache, Morocco, August 2022