Interview on SBS Arabic Radio Melbourne

Australian Artist Damon Kowarsky was delighted to have his exhibition opened at the British Council Damascus last weekend.

Listen to this interview with Damon Kowarsky talking about his experiences visiting Syria and Egypt .

Exhibition - Near and Far

The British Council Damascus is pleased to invite you to the opening of

Near and Far

Saturday 10 July from 6 to 8 pm

Prints based in part on my travels in Syria in 2009 as a recipient of the Toyota Community Spirit Artist Travel Award.

'It was a wonderful experience to visit the historical and cultural places of Syria and spend time with such hospitable and welcoming people. It is wonderful to have the opportunity to return to Damascus and share with you some of the things I saw. I am grateful to Elizabeth White and the staff of the British Council Damascus, and the Australian Embassy Cairo, whose generous support has helped make this exhibition possible.'

British Council Damascus
Maysaloun Street, Shaalan
Damascus, Syria

Exhibition continues until September 7
Gallery hours Sunday to Thursday 830am to 430pm

For more information click here