Najaax Harun

NAJAAX MOHAMOUD SULEIMAN HARUN (b.1995, Somaliland)

Najaax Harun is an emerging Somali artist navigating the untold narratives within her community and the broader human social fabric through alternative materials translated into painting.

Born in the aftermath of a civil war that prompted the return of individuals to their homeland, Najax’s formative years unfolded in an environment marked by a conspicuous shift in the expressive dynamics of her community. The post-war era witnessed a palpable reticence compared to the pre-war period, particularly in the realm of artistic expression. This transformation serves as a poignant backdrop to Najaax’s creative pursuits, as she revives and illuminates the dormant stories that lie beneath the surface of her community’s collective consciousness. In doing so, she contributes to a broader dialogue about the impact of historical events on artistic expression and the enduring power of storytelling in shaping cultural narratives.