artists A–Z

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Nour Kuri

Born in Mexico City, Nour Kuri is of Lebanese descent, with family origins from Jezzine. She holds a B.A. in Social Communications from Anahuac University in Mexico. She has held over 40 individual exhibitions in museums and galleries across Mexico, the United States of America, Europe, Lebanon, and China. Several of her sculptures are included in the permanent collection of the Migration Nucleus Museum in Lebanon, as well as in private and public collections.

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Modern Sculpture, Mobile Art Macam Lebanon Modern Sculpture, Mobile Art Macam Lebanon

Raymond Khawam

Raymond Khawam's expertise spanned the fields of electricity, mechanics, and solar energy. Notably, he held a position of responsibility at Kettaneh establishments, overseeing X-ray installations in the Middle East. His remarkable manual dexterity and creative mind distinguished him in his pursuits.

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Cornelia Krafft

Cornelia Krafft's work revolves around the themes of mythology and the struggles faced by women in society throughout history. She employs a range of artistic strategies, including performance art, choreography, installation, photography, painting, film, and stage and costume design, to create a cohesive and integrated body of work. Her performances and choreographies are typically non-verbal and frequently take place in natural or abandoned urban settings, which serve as her stage.

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Sana Khaled Abdallah

Rania Behlok's artistic practice showcases her exploration of conceptual ideas, inviting viewers to engage with the complexities and deeper layers of interpretation within her works. Through her installations, she prompts contemplation and invites a thoughtful exploration of the inherent meanings and contradictions that exist within our perceptions of reality.

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Ilat Knayzeh

Inspired by African culture, tribal life, and oriental cultures, Ilat Knayzeh's artwork reflects a vibrant diversity of colors and bold yet beautiful combinations. Through her abstract paintings, she explores the concept that all humans originated from the same place, while recognizing that each painting can be interpreted in countless ways by different individuals. Knayzeh employs colors as a means to express emotions and evoke feelings in her art.

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Stone Sculpture, Abstract Art Macam Lebanon Stone Sculpture, Abstract Art Macam Lebanon

Saadallah Lebbos

Saadallah Lebbos is primarily a sculptor who specializes in working with stone and marble, using these materials to give form to his artistic vision. His pieces often incorporate organic forms that evoke geometric shapes, providing a thought-provoking commentary on the cyclical nature of life and death, as well as the stark realities of the modern world.

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Metal Sculpture, Contemporary Art Macam Lebanon Metal Sculpture, Contemporary Art Macam Lebanon

Maral Maniss

In her multidisciplinary work, Maral Maniss delves deep into exploring the connections between life, memory, and nostalgia, translating them into captivating visual representations. Through upcycled art, vibrant colors, and expressive lines, she seeks to reclaim what has been erased and preserve what can endure.

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Ginane Makki Bacho

In her earlier artistic career, Ginane Makki Bacho focused on paintings, etchings, and book prints that revolved around her life as a Lebanese woman exiled from her country, exploring new perspectives in a foreign land. Overwhelmed by the changes, she turned inward to find something more authentic and related to herself in New York. Reflecting on her past and present, she had to decide her future path.

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Wood Sculpture Macam Lebanon Wood Sculpture Macam Lebanon

Jamil Molaeb

The Lebanese mountain village, especially his own, its nature and its intimate way of life are a recurring theme in Jamil Molaeb’s work. Like many other artists of his generation, the war has influenced him and his art as well: he grasps the aspect of his paintings from the elements of life.

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Nahed Mansour

As an artist, Nahed Mansour continuously explores and discovers different media and languages that best convey her artistic vision. This exploration is influenced by her position as a contemporary artist living in Lebanon, with all the sociopolitical circumstances that shape the country and its surroundings. Through her art, Mansour aims to embody her lived experiences on both human and social levels.

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Ceramics Macam Lebanon Ceramics Macam Lebanon

Samar Mogharbel

In post-war Beirut, Samar Mogharbel explored the city's anonymous and shapeless landscape. She uncovered hidden structures that revealed the remnants of old Lebanese houses, showcasing their unique architectural details and diverse cultural influences.

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Samir Mueller

Samir Mueller departed from traditional pottery and embraced a contemporary mode of expression, disregarding functionality and focusing on pure visual pleasure. He transformed clay into a canvas, using engobe as pigment and his fingers as brushes.

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Guitta Melki

Guitta Melki has a passion for ceramics, an old medium that often remind her of the creation phenomena, stated in the Bible, of how man was created from dust in the image of his creator. Likewise, she finds herself creating vessels in the form of abstracted figures; referencing the foot, waist, neck, shoulders or hands of classical pot forms. Often, she creates a supporting sister or partner for each vessel to strengthen their existence.

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Modern Sculpture, Abstract Art Macam Lebanon Modern Sculpture, Abstract Art Macam Lebanon

Hussein Madi

Nature serves as Hussein Madi's primary source of inspiration. He meticulously crafts the entire body of a bird, from beak to wing to tail, using a single, continuous, unwelded metal sheet. Through intricate cutting and bending, he brings these forms to life with impeccable elegance and vibrant energy. This process requires innovative techniques, complex calculations, and meticulous design to fully realize his original vision.

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Ezzat Mezher

Ezzat Mezher's artistic endeavors were showcased in numerous art exhibitions held in Lebanon, the Arab world, Europe, the United States, and Japan. His sculptures, monuments, and other works can be found adorning public gardens, museums, and various public institutions, leaving a lasting impact on the artistic landscape.

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Thaer Maarouf

Thaer Maarouf's work is known for its symbolic representation of human rights issues in the Middle East and the challenges faced by displaced populations affected by regional upheaval. His art often takes on a conceptual approach, aiming to critique the absurdity of war and the pervasive culture of consumerism. He explores the human mind's role in perpetuating conflicts driven by trivial interests such as money, power, and control, which erode our sense of humanity.

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Hussein Nassouri

Syrian artist Hussein Nassouri used his passion, primitive creativity, and improvisation to transform a Volkswagen Beetle into his masterpiece, "The Carrier of Wood." This artwork reflects his deep obsession with wood and was created over a span of six years, incorporating forty wood sculptures and numerous paintings.

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Maha Nasrallah

Maha Nasrallah explores the expressive potential of clay, pushing the boundaries of traditional techniques, and experimenting with innovative forms and textures. Her pieces often reflect her introspection and observations of the world around her, capturing the essence of human emotions, memories, and the intricacies of nature.

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