Aziz Abdoul's Artistic Journey from Senegal to France
In John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men , George and Lennie dream of a better life, a place of their own, and the freedom to live life on their terms. Today, similar stories of aspiration and struggle continue, as seen in the life of Aziz Abdoul, a migrant from Senegal who now lives in Grenoble, France. ( source ) Aziz's journey began not out of necessity, but from a desire to explore and experience the world beyond his homeland. Back in Senegal, he was a successful businessman, but his heart yearned for artistic expression in new and diverse cultural settings. In 2008, he made a life-changing decision to travel to Europe, driven by an artist's innate curiosity to see, explore, and learn more. Living in Europe, Aziz faces challenges but remains guided by faith and hope. His story is not just about survival; it's about thriving in a foreign land and sharing his cultural heritage through his art. He performs and showcases his artwork, fulfilling his dream to share his cult...