On Saturday 29 March at 6pm, as part of the exhibition The Subtle Gesture, the Jacques Franck will host a talk with artists Rami Hara and Sara Boumkwo, following the screening of her short film Dear Sara.

The talk will focus on cultural norms, beauty standards, stigmatisation, visibility and the representation of Black people.

This event will be held in English. Free admission, booking recommended.

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Sara Boumkwo

In Dear Sara (2024, 8:31), Sara Boumkwo revisits her childhood dream of becoming a princess, transforming this personal memory into a powerful exploration of beauty standards and representation. Through a performative intervention in Brussels’ Matongé, a hub of African beauty culture, she emerges as her own version of royalty. The video work weaves together themes of childhood aspirations, Western beauty ideals, and self-discovery, while examining the external gaze placed upon women of color.

Sara Boumkwo is a Belgian-Cameroonian visual artist who recently graduated in Textile Design from LUCA School of Arts. Working primarily with textiles, she creates works that explore the intricate layers of identity, belonging, and cultural intersection that shape her Afro-European experience.

Rami Hara

Rami Hara is a Brussels-based photographer with a master’s degree in fine arts, whose work is deeply influenced by his Belgian-Somali heritage.
His photography explores the complexities of cultural identity and human connection, bringing a unique perspective to each composition. Known for his keen eye for detail and masterful use of color, Hara transforms his subjects into sculptural figures, crafting images that evoke emotion and provoke thought.
Hara’s work has been featured in prominent venues such as Fotomuseum (Antwerp), Quai de la Photo (Paris), and OSCAM (Amsterdam), as well as international festivals like Fotofestiwal Lodz.