artists A–Z
Lee Frederix
Lee Frederix' primary focus lies in three-dimensional media, including assemblage, sculpture, and installation. His current body of work, both in academia and as an artist, investigates themes such as interstitial spaces, alternative mapping, and transgressive urban practices within the context of contemporary Beirut.
Nabil Helou
Saba Sadr is an Iranian-Lebanese artist who divides her time between Beirut and Los Angeles. Her artistic journey began at a young age, as her father was a household painter, exposing her to the world of art.
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.
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.
Alfons Philipps
Alfons Philipps worked with a variety of materials, including metal sheets, nails, and branches from oak, olive, and lemon trees. He employed unconventional mediums such as coffee beans and color stones, meticulously collecting, grinding, and preparing them for his paintings. His predominantly abstract works, infused with a touch of surrealism, exuded strength through their concise lines and pure shapes. He often incorporated ready-made objects or natural materials into his creations, further enhancing their distinctive character.
Boulos Richa
A self-taught sculptor, Boulos Richa has always been drawn to forging and smelting. He practiced his craft with great diligence and dedication. He was endlessly fascinated by the material, heating, beating, blazing, hammering, cutting, twisting, chiseling, and assembling it. Nicknamed "Akhwat el-hadid," he was recognized as a master blacksmith throughout the land, possessing extensive knowledge of techniques and methods.