Biography
Hani Zurob, born in 1976 in Rafah camp, Gaza Strip, is a contemporary artist based in Paris since 2006. He earned his BFA from Al-Najah University in Nablus. Zurob’s artwork explores themes of identity, place, and memory, addressing complex issues such as exile, displacement, and resistance. His work reflects personal memories and stories connected to the events in Palestine and the region, transcending borders and geography.
Zurob’s art is held in international collections including the British Museum in London, the Arab American National Museum in Michigan, and the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts in Amman. He has exhibited globally and is the subject of the monograph “Between Exits: Paintings By Hani Zurob” by Kamal Boullata. Recognized for his significant contributions to contemporary Palestinian culture and the broader Arab aesthetic, Zurob has received several international awards and residencies. In 2013, he was named one of ten ‘international artists to watch’ by The Huffington Post.
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