SALIMATA

SALIMATA is a multidisciplinary artist whose practice bridges painting, sculpture, and installation to explore themes of memory, diaspora, and transformation. Born to Malian and French parents and raised between Bamako and Marseille, SALIMATA’s work draws on a rich tapestry of cultural influences, manifesting in vibrant palettes, tactile surfaces, and evocative symbolism. Her pieces often reinterpret ancestral motifs through a contemporary lens, inviting viewers to meditate on identity, displacement, and belonging.

After earning her degree in Fine Arts from the École des Beaux-Arts de Marseille, SALIMATA has exhibited internationally, including solo and group shows in Paris, Dakar, London, and New York. Through community workshops and collaborative projects, she remains deeply committed to fostering dialogue across cultures and generations. SALIMATA’s evocative work has been recognized by various arts foundations, and she continues to push boundaries, using art as a vessel for healing, connection, and social inquiry.