As we are accustomed to, dear readers, “Mawj Newspaper” features personalities who excelled in their field, and today our character’s name is associated with success and achievements. We will get to know them.
We begin the dialogue, and we wish you a fruitful reading.
《Name》: Wafa Abdel Khaleq Muhammad
《Age》:- 20
《Governorate》:- Dakahlia
《Your nickname》: Bebo
Q/ When and how did you start in the field of drawing? 》.
I discovered this in the primary stage, where I was distinguished in my school in my knowledge of drawing, and my family encouraged me to do this, and they were the ones who discovered this talent, then in the secondary and university stage, where in 2020 I began to be interested in developing my talent more, and here I am currently called an artist.
《Q/ Who provided you with support at the beginning of your journey? 》.
My family, especially my father, may God have mercy on him, and my family still supports me in every step I take
Q: We all face difficulties and criticism at the beginning of our work. What difficulties and criticism did you face? 》.
Yes, but I have never encountered criticism in my life. I always received constant encouragement, but what I faced was difficulties in the beginning, especially on social media, the lack of interest of some people, but I realized that it was nothing. The most important thing was that I was happy and proud of my drawing and my development, and when I believed in this, everyone believed in me, and I became a constant recipient of encouragement from everyone.
《Q/Who is your role model? 》.
My father, may God have mercy on him
《Q/ How do you feel when drawing? 》.
I feel that I am in my own world, far from reality. I feel a great deal of happiness, even though drawing hurts the back, hands, and eyes, and its tools are expensive, but it is the second refuge after God from any difficulties in life.
《Q/ Have you thought about practicing another talent besides drawing? 》. Yes, I have many talents other than drawing, but drawing is the one I love most to my heart
《Q/ What feelings does drawing give you? 》.
I feel as if my soul is a butterfly waving in the air,
《Q/ What would be your response if a novice painter asked you for help? 》.
The thing that makes me happiest is to teach and help others in drawing and give them what I have learned because I have not. I find someone to teach me, but I relied on myself and I still do, and I always challenge myself every time I draw, so development is not easy, but it is not impossible. I always tell them this.
《Q/ What are the characteristics of an ideal painter, in your view? 》.
There is no perfection in life, but there are some qualities that make the painter close to perfection, which are the lack of arrogance, no matter how high you reach the level, and extreme creativity, because arrogance is the beginning of failure. Always know that you are better than this, and to be helpful to others, and most importantly, the feeling is high, especially at the time of drawing, and constant respect for everyone.
Q: Do you have other talents? 》. Yes
《Q/ Have you achieved achievements in this field? 》.
Yes, I started making coal and lead supplies and trying to develop other raw materials. I participated in the Delta Exhibition in Cairo and the Youth Salon.
《Q/ Have you taken the electronic publishing step? 》.
Yes, but in the beginning there was no encouragement, but now I get a lot of encouragement from everyone
Q: Can you tell us about your future plans? 》. I practice more and experiment with many materials in drawing, and it is impossible for a person to reach the sufficient level that would make him satisfied with his level.
《Q/ Are you thinking about separating from the field of drawing one day? 》.
It is impossible that I do not feel like I am living without drawing, and when Art Block or anything comes along that prevents me from drawing, I feel like my soul is dead. Drawing is my best friend from the chaos that exists in my mind.
《Q/ Do you want to address a word to those who decided to isolate themselves due to frustration and criticism, and what is your advice to overcome this matter? 》.
It is difficult for a person who loves drawing to isolate himself from it, but if it is due to frustration from others who do not encourage you, then you must realize that you draw because you love drawing and not because you find nice words. The most important thing is that you draw and continue and be aware of paying attention to any words behind you. Continue and develop yourself always. In the past, I remember that a few people frustrated me, but now. They hope that I will draw them, so continue. I would like to tell beginners, try and experiment a lot and do not be limited to the knowledge of one person. Try and challenge yourself and be aware of comparing yourself to yourself. In the past, this is what you will have to do. Focus on yourself only. The most important thing is that you must be aware that you can make a mistake. The most important thing is that you correct the mistake because if you make a mistake, you will not achieve it. Don't be in a rush to get your drawings to people, many people are famous in vain. The most important thing is that you are good in your field and practice a lot and try to be realistic. The important thing is that you don't stop and keep going. I would like to say that reaching is not easy, but it is not impossible.
《Q/ Can we see some of your creations? 》. Of course
Q: At the end of this dialogue, do you want to address the newspaper? 》. Thank you for this nice conversation. I am very happy with it
In conclusion, we hope that we have made you happy, and we wish you many thanks and respect.
Editor-in-Chief: Muhammad Yaqoub
Press editor: Asmaa Saber