Faya Lobi: In search of identity, essence and meaning of life

 

Suriname, its people, heritage and spiritual wealth, serve as a source of inspiration for visual artist Dhiradj Ramsamoedj in his new solo exhibition. He also draws on his childhood memories, as in his Project Maur:

“As a child, I always admired the maur, the wedding crown, and the significance it held in my community.” Traditionally, a maur is worn by the groom during Hindu wedding ceremonies. He designed and created fifty unique maurs, each embodying a specific aspect of Surinamese culture, architecture or spiritual awareness.

Dhiradj also incorporates childhood memories into the painting Fragments of Suriname: A Portrait of the Self. It reflects on heritage, history, diversity, rituals and nature, with the artist himself as the narrator. Everyday objects, animals, the rainforest and people are depicted and arranged within the work according to a carefully considered concept.

The growing division in Surinamese society and the lack of solidarity in striving toward a better future deeply affect Ramsamoedj: “We are a small country, we have so much, and yet we lack solidarity. What does our future look like then?” Through his art, he strives for that connection, not by providing answers, but by inviting reflection on the question itself. His works encourage viewers to explore how they can personally contribute to a positive future for the nation, one in which cohesion binds the people. The sculpture Hands of Solidarity symbolizes this aspiration.

Art enriches us both culturally and spiritually. We hope you will experience this during your visit and take home a lasting memory of this remarkable exhibition.

 

The exhibition is on display until Saturday January 3^d 2026. On Saturdays, between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm, Dhiradj will personally guide small groups through the exhibition. Please register in advance via WhatsApp: 08945911 or e-mail: info@readytexartgallery.com