Abdelkhader Houamel facts for kids
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Abdelkader Houamel
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| Born | August 17, 1936 N'Gaous |
| Died | July 11, 2018 (aged 81) Rome |
| Nationality | Algerian-Italian |
| Occupation | painter |
Abdelkader Houamel (born August 17, 1936 – died July 11, 2018) was a famous Algerian painter. He was born in N'Gaous, a town in Algeria. Many people see him as one of the artists who helped start modern Algerian painting. This means he was important in creating new styles and ideas in art for his country.
Who Was Abdelkader Houamel?
Abdelkader Houamel was not just an artist; he also cared deeply about his country. From 1955 to 1960, he was part of the National Liberation Front. This group worked to help Algeria become independent from colonial rule. Houamel believed strongly in fairness and freedom for his homeland.
His Artistic Journey
In 1960, Abdelkader Houamel had his very first art show. It was a solo exhibition, meaning only his artwork was displayed. This show took place at the Salon des Arts in Tunis. After this, he moved to Rome, Italy, to study art. He attended the Academy of Fine Arts there to improve his skills.
Awards and Recognition
Houamel's talent was quickly recognized. In 1963, he won a special gold medal for Arabian art. This was a big achievement for him. From 1967 onwards, his paintings were shown in many exhibitions around the world. People everywhere got to see and appreciate his unique style.
In 1972, he received a special honor from the President of Algeria, Houari Boumedienne. This showed how much his country valued his contributions. Abdelkader Houamel lived in Italy from 1960 until he passed away in 2018.
