Flag

In 1999 Copland exhibited Julia’s Diary: an Immigrants Story at Imprimerie Catholique in Beirut, Lebanon as part of a UNESCO Cultural event. In 2004 the artist was invited to conduct a series of lectures and exhibit Flag at St Esprit Universite, Kaslik- a series of works created after his initial visit. Tourists from around the world visited Lebanon to see the restored Museums, central area and wonderful ancient sites. A sense of optimism was in the air and 'Welcome' was a common word used.

 The Flag is an image which contains the possibility of covering the country and the layers of its history. Copland attempted to create images of hope…… However, recent events now make the images full of sadness.