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Video: Dutch artists have it hard

Video: Dutch artists have it hard

Jamal Khamis has done a interview were he talks about the struggles of being a artist in Holland. In addition he also talks about his own philosophies regarding art.

Grand Prix Georges de La Tour 2013

Grand Prix Georges de La Tour 2013

On July 27th, Khamis received the International Grand Prix Georges de La Tour 2013. Khamis his art has been selected by The International Academy Gentilizia Il Marzocco in Italy. The ceremony took place in the famous Michelangelo Hall of Florence, Italy.

Grand Prix Albo D'Oro 2013

Grand Prix Albo D'Oro 2013

On April 21th, Khamis received the Grand Prix Albo D'Oro 2013. The prize is awarded by The International Academy Gentilizia Il Marzocco in Italy for the greatest art painters of present time. The ceremony took place in the famous Michelangelo Hall of Florence, Italy.

Jamal Khamis awarded Grand Prix

Jamal Khamis awarded Grand Prix

On November 10th 2012 Jamal Khamis has been awarded the 'Grand Prix International Jean Simeon Chardin'. Khamis his art has been selected by the International Academy of fine arts, literature and science Gentilizia Il Marzocco Florence City. This year's prize is in the spirit of Jean Siméon Chardin, also known as the painter of silence. Chardin was a master of still life. His style was known for his well considered usage of composition and light. He heavily influenced the modern art of the eighteenth century. In turn, Jamal Khamis receives homage for his influence in contemporary art.

New Facebook page

New Facebook page

To keep everyone updated, Jamal Khamis now has an official Facebook Page. Here you can find out about his latest works and exhibitions.

If you're interested, "Like" his page and share it with your friends.

Amsterdam Schiphol Exhibition

Amsterdam Schiphol Exhibition

Visitors of Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol will be able to view several paintings of Jamal Khamis. The exhibition will last until at least 11 August 2012. For more information about Hilton Amsterdam Schiphol and how to get there, visit their website

Archive: Dutch President Lubbers blocked from visiting Israël in 1988

Archive: Dutch President Lubbers blocked from visiting Israël in 1988

In 1988, Jamal Khamis reached out to the Dutch Parliament in order to stop the president from visiting an event celebrating the fortieth year of Israëli existence. He formed a coalition of Dutch Palestinian representatives to bring this matter to the nation.

As a result of their combined efforts, the Dutch Parliament decided against the Presidents visitation of Israël.