Tamim Metlej

Tamim, a surreal pop artist born in Tripoli in 1998, focuses his art on the theme of addictions. Despite experiencing kidney failure and undergoing dialysis treatments, Tamim’s addiction to art drove him to create a signature style of borderless and surreal paintings that reflect the changes individuals undergo while experimenting with various addictions. Tamim’s art is characterized by bright, eye-popping colors that stand out and exaggerated features that draw the viewer’s attention. His artwork is a reflection of his struggles with health and how he used his time “cleansing” to create 16 paintings. Tamim’s art caught the attention of a reputable art dealer, which helped him establish himself in the art scene and gave him access to all the materials he needed. Tamim’s artistic evolution has a mind of its own, and he often surprises himself with the end product, which speaks to the impact of every specific drug.