"The sublime is meant to be experienced, to penetrate the heart. The sublime must be fully embraced, taken into the depths of consciousness, and recreated there anew. It shines in the dark chambers of the heart."
— Alexander Eliot

What does it mean for something to be sublime? Could it be a person, an event, a revelation, or the act of rethinking and reshaping concepts themselves?
What if the sublime is born from the womb of suffering, from the womb of Diaspora?

In his third solo exhibition, following "La Reconquista" and "Taranim", Mohamed Amine Mokcheh continues to explore the profound complexities of human existence. Known for his deeply introspective and evocative approach, Mokcheh investigates themes of identity, history, and emotional dissonance. Through his art, he fosters an intimate dialogue between the self and the collective, encouraging viewers to uncover deeper connections within their own experiences.

Born in March 1990, Mohamed Amine Mokcheh is a Tunisian photographer, writer, and digital creator. His journey began after completing his secondary school literature studies when he pursued his childhood dream of studying Philosophy at one of Tunisia's universities. However, he soon realized that the Philosophy program there didn't align with his vision of embracing the love of wisdom; it felt like an aimless study without the capacity to nurture true philosophical thinking.

One year later, he made a challenging decision to switch gears and enroll in a different specialization as a Senior Technician in industrial quality for textiles and clothing. This choice was driven by the practicality of working in a high-demand field, even though he lacked a true passion for it. During his student days, he dabbled in journalism, and after graduation, he found himself working as a quality supervisor and later as a product manager in various textiles and clothing factories in Tunisia. However, this career path didn't resonate with him on a deeper level.

He began contributing to several Arabic digital platforms, including the Arabic version of HuffPost, MTA Post, and various magazines. In 2020, he embarked on a project that involved conducting written press interviews with international photographers such as Daniel Castonguay, Gus Fine Art, and Thomas Vanoost. This endeavor allowed him to connect with a diverse community of photographers from around the world.

Mokcheh's fascination with photography dates back to the first moment he laid eyes on an SLR camera and exclaimed, "I want it!" However, as a young boy, his enthusiasm wasn't taken seriously. He took his first steps in photography in 2008 using an old phone. With each subsequent phone purchase, he ensured it had a camera. In 2014, he finally acquired his first compact camera, a modest Samsung ST65, which he used both for his journalism work and personal projects.

He participated in a photography exhibition in March 2015 in Tunisia, and in 2020, he earned his second certification following his participation in the City vs. Quarantine photography exhibition in Ukraine. In September 2023, he launched his first solo exhibition, "La Reconquista", on the Influx Gallery platform.

For Mokcheh, photography transcends mere adherence to conventional rules. He yearns to create a world that springs from his emotions and thoughts through his artwork. Consequently, he constantly strives to expand his knowledge of philosophy, history, and art, as well as photography techniques, hardware, and software tailored for artists. His goal is to craft a tangible yet surrealistic realm, one where he can freely express himself and offer critiques, ultimately fostering a unique and thought-provoking artistic space.

"Diaspora" transcends its conventional ties to politics, wars, and history. It embodies an existential and psychological state—a fragmentation of the self, an estrangement from place and identity. It captures the intersection of collective memory and individual experiences, where shared traumas weigh heavily on the soul.

In this exhibition, Mokcheh delves into how this state of constriction transforms into human and historical connections with victims of wars and displacement. From this tension, the individual and the artist emerge—seeking to reconcile contradictions, navigating between chaos and clarity, and striving for a delicate balance. It is through this search that inner peace begins to take shape, radiating outward into the world.

"Diaspora" is not just about the other; it is about the viewer as well. It reflects on moments of imbalance—between who one is and who they long to be, between a past that lingers and a future yet to be found. Each artwork serves as an invitation to confront dissonance, to discover threads of belonging within alienation, and to partake in the ongoing dialogue between suffering and hope.

Through "Diaspora", Mokcheh tries to offer more than an exhibition; he presents a mirror for the human condition—a space to reflect, to question, and perhaps, to heal.