Salmon

The Salmon cycle (2015-2018) symbolizes Rifaae's own journey and struggle for survival and adaptation, similar to the salmon swimming against the current. These works reflect not only his physical migration from Syria to Austria, but also the inner emotional journey that accompanied this escape. Each canvas is a powerful expression of resilience and determination.

The paintings in Salmon are dynamic and full of energy. They show not only the external, physical movement, but also the inner, emotional transformation of the artist. The depiction of the salmon as a symbol of resistance and perseverance gives the works a universal meaning that transcends personal experience.

Rifaae's Salmon cycle is a moving artistic narrative about migration, identity and the search for a new living space. It is a visual metaphor for the constant struggle for existence and self-assertion in a foreign environment. These works are deeply personal, but at the same time a powerful symbol of the universal challenges faced by migrants worldwide.