Atiq Rahimi

Atiq Rahimi is an Afghan writer and filmmaker, best known for his novel "Syngué sabour. Pierre de patience," which won the Prix Goncourt in 2008, and the subsequent film adaptation. He is also a practicing artist who creates drawings. Rahimi is currently newsworthy due to his exhibition, "États de corps," which showcases his drawings. This exhibition marks the first time Rahimi has publicly discussed his relationship with painting. The articles highlight his multifaceted artistic practice, encompassing writing, filmmaking, and drawing, and emphasize the significance of this exhibition in revealing a previously less-known aspect of his creative output. His work explores themes related to the body and personal states, adding another layer to his already established reputation as a prominent figure in contemporary Afghan and French art and literature.