Jamil Yamani

Jamil Yamani is a Sydney based artist who graduated with a Masters in Fine Art Research from the College of Fine Arts, University of New South Wales in 2008 where he currently lectures. His projection based discipline integrates political & socio-cultural phenomena within a media based discipline. His recent research combines traditional Islamic artistic practices with contemporary art aesthetics, such as integrating sacred geometric designs with Australian suburban houses. Jamil has had major exhibitions at Artspace, Sydney and Campbelltown Arts Centre, Sydney. He has also exhibited internationally including Taiwan, Greece, Bulgaria and the USA, he has recently completed a successful residency at the International Studio and Curatorial Program in New York and has just been awarded an Australia Council for the Arts, mid-career grant.