Throughout her works, Dana Barqawi employs diverse media including photography, paint, gold, and flowers to craft a vivid portrayal of Palestine. She seeks to deconstruct biased narratives and colonial histories, reclaiming the agency of Palestinians. While maintaining a captivating aesthetic, the artist reveals the painful story of a colonial past and the ongoing struggle for justice. Tune in to discover what drives Dana Barqawi and how she views art as a powerful tool for decolonization.

This episode is hosted by Afaf Shawwa. Tarwida’s lead producer is Tala Elissa and it is co-produced by Lobna Monieb. Our executive producer is Zina Jardaneh. Social media by Leen Karadsheh. Research by Nadia Roeske. Branding by Sara Sukhun. Theme music includes excerpts from Clarissa Bitar, The Popular Art Centre - مركز الفن الشعبي & Rim Banna.

This episode was recorded on October 1st, 2024.

Tarwida is a series of conversations that bring Palestinian arts, culture and heritage to the forefront. We hear from artists including writers, filmmakers, musicians, architects, culinary practitioners and more about their very own Palestine.

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Relevant links and Resources:

Follow Dana Barqawi on Instagram: @dana_barqawi
Buy Dana Barqawi’s prints
Visit Dana’s studio by leaving her a message through this link
She Refused her White Man’s Burden
It takes a Village
The Palestine Poster Project Archives
How the sun of Palestine reached a Black Panther in jail
Follow Brahim Jawabreh on Instagram: @brahimjawabrehgallery
Follow Al Barakeh Wheat on Instagram: @albarakehwheat
Before Their Diaspora: A Photographic History of the Palestinians 1876-1948
Intro song by Rima Khsheish (a cover for Sayyed Darwish’s El Shayaleen)

The views and opinions expressed by guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the points of view of the Tarwida Podcast, its hosts, or its team. While we value open dialogue and diverse perspectives, these conversations are not an endorsement or representation of our personal opinions.

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