If you're looking for an art experience that’s both deeply rooted in Malta’s natural heritage and boldly contemporary in form, make your way to il-Kamra ta’ Fuq in Mqabba this August. Renowned Maltese sculptor Antoine Farrugia presents his latest solo exhibition, Għamja l-Għajn, running from 8th to 24th August.

The sculptor, widely recognised for his evocative, abstract stone works, once again engages with globigerina limestone, Malta’s own GHSR (Global Heritage Stone Resource). But this time, he brings a striking visual contrast to the fore: elegant, fluid sculptures delicately mounted atop raw, untouched stone blocks, looking as though they’ve emerged from the island’s very core.

The title Għamja l-Għajn (literally translating to: ‘the eye is blind’) suggests both concealment and revelation, playing with the idea of what is visible versus what is felt. This tension is central to the exhibition, where Antoine masterfully balances refinement with ruggedness, and instinct with precision.

Each piece reflects his years of dedication to the craft – works that are not only technically impressive but emotionally resonant. Whether you're drawn to their meditative stillness or tempted to run your hands along the contrast of smooth and jagged surfaces, the sculptures invite a personal encounter with transformation, perception, and the quiet power of stone.

Curated by Melanie Erixon, the exhibition is both a tribute to the timeless material that defines much of Malta’s architecture and a bold exploration of contemporary sculptural form.

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