In the name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate. We seek His help from beginning to end. “Indeed, We have granted you a clear victory” (Surah Al-Fath, 1). I praise and thank God, the Exalted, for His countless blessings. God’s Blessings Be Upon Our Prophet Mohammed and His Immediate Family.

From an early age, I was fortunate to witness the richness of Arab heritage in its diverse artistic expressions, which laid the foundation for my own artistic path. Through long practice and a deep engagement with expressionism and abstraction, my work has evolved to reflect a culture and identity that I hold dear.

My professional journey began at a young age and now spans nearly forty years. It is characterized by interconnected and multifaceted experiences, ranging from drawing and painting to architectural and interior installations, theatrical set design, and freelance academic teaching. I have also studied archaeological restoration, a field that I regard as enriched by precision and accumulated expertise.

For me, art is a daily practice of contemplation, emotion, and creative engagement. I follow contemporary art movements with careful study and reflection. I express my work in a distinctive style grounded in cultural identity and heritage. Artistic expression is a natural gift and an inner sensibility, while techniques are tools that can be mastered and refined through experimentation.

Arabic calligraphy and ornamentation are central to my life. Islamic architecture embraces all forms of art, crafts, and design, and Arabic calligraphy captures meaning, essence, and form. By combining calligraphic studies with fine arts, the principles of calligraphy merge naturally with the elements of visual expression.

Recycling materials is also integral to my work. Many of my pieces incorporate recycled materials and construction waste. My passion for experimentation has enabled me to create contemporary artworks and architectural elements from diverse recycled sources, harmonizing the richness of heritage with the spirit of modernity.

Art education programs have been another major focus of my career since 2003. Teaching children to appreciate and practice art from an early age cultivates generations who see art as part of everyday life. For this purpose, I founded a children’s art program in my studio titled “( يلا نرسم - Let's dRAW )” dedicated to fostering psychological, emotional, and creative development through artistic practice.

I believe that art is a message that must be fully realized within the artist before it reaches others. True art does not imitate God’s creation nor provoke harmful instincts; rather, it illuminates ideas, inspires reflection on divine signs, and nurtures gratitude. I pray that my work will benefit people, meet their needs, and reach wider audiences.
God’s Blessings Be Upon Our Prophet Mohammed and His Immediate Family. Praise & thanks be to Allah, the World's God.

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Hossam El-Kady

Cairo, 2025

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