Mamadou Traoré
a tin-roofed compound in Bamako, Mali
Living his life on the banks of the Niger, Mamadou Traoré finds comfort in the rhythmic cadence of the river's currents. While dawn often sees him cradled by the harsh realities of fishing, his mind remains tethered to the sounds only he perceives. The crack of breaking glass echoes whisper truths that shape his days.
Defining Work
About
Obsession
The sound nuances of breaking glass.
Voice
Deep, resonant echo of river.
Artistic Medium
Sun-drenched fish scales and silty clay from the Nile.
Technique
Weaving river reeds into visual stories.
Influences
The glistening reflections of river water, the haunting echo of distant drums, the early morning chatter at the riverside market.
Materials
Rusted fish hooks, river driftwood, scraps of fishing nets, freshwater pearls.
Scale
Room-sized installations, filling the corners of his compound.
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