Zalfa Bouez: "Always Ready to Help"

"give without expecting anything in return."

What kills you most?

Indifference

What gets you up in the morning?

My work and family

What happened to your childhood dreams?

Some became a reality and some are still a dream

What distinguishes you from others?

It’s not for me to say.

What do you need most?

A holiday.

Do you think that anyone can become an artist?

Everyone has the artist in them.

Where are you from?

Lebanon. From zahle.

Do you feel your situation is enviable?

It’s not something I’ve ever thought about.

What have you given up on?

Smoking.

What do you do with your money?

Many things.

What moves you?

A child with health challenges.

What are your favourite pleasures?

Travelling and discovering new places

What would you like to receive for your birthday?

I like surprises.

Name 3 living artists that you hate most?

I don’t hate any one.

What or whom do you defend?

Children’s causes.

What are you capable of refusing?

Anything that does not meet my values.

What are you capable of doing in the name of love?

Everything.

What are you blamed for?

Being too spontaneous.

What does art bring to you?

Pleasure.

Who do you think you are?

Simply my-self.

What drives you nuts?

People who are not on time.

Write your own epitaph?

“Was always ready to help”

Under what form would you like to come back as?

I’ve never thought about it.

What was the last book you read?

The lost symbol of Anne Brown

Do you like animals?

Yes

Why did you choose the festival?

It’s a great way to influence people’s emotions positively.

What is your philosophy in life?

To give without expecting anything in return.

What is the most important thing in your life?

My children.