A Palestinian artist and multidisciplinary designer based in Jeddah, Wafaa explores the intersection of human-centered design and visual storytelling, crafting a dialogue between art and humanness. Passionate about self-expression through creative writing and visual media, she explores unimagined ways to reflect on her journey of self-discovery and share stories from her inner and outer worlds.
Guided by raw imagination, childlike curiosity, and a blend of spiritual experiences and knowledge, Wafaa experiments with various mediums, methods, and styles. By uncovering unique approaches, she connects deeply with her innermost self. Her art distills the essence of these experiences, resonating with those who see their own stories reflected in her work.
Wafaa's introspective and heartfelt creations offer a profound exploration of the human soul. Her expertise, spanning visual and product design, user interface and experience, art, writing, and brand strategy, allows her to craft meaningful experiences that resonate deeply. Rooted in a deep understanding of nuanced cultural contexts, her work fosters authentic connections with both clients and audiences.
Her distinctive artistic voice has gained global recognition through various exhibitions, further solidifying Wafaa’s presence in the contemporary art scene.
Exhibitions:
✼ 2025: Gaza's Dignity and I Close My Eyes to See - Exhibited in MotherLand charity exhibition, held alongside The Palestine Spread Dinner in support of Gaza. Always & Forever was selected as the main patron’s card for the exhibition. Manama, Bahrain.
✼ 2023–Present: I Close My Eyes to See - Exhibited in 100 Best Arabic Posters, in multiple global exhibitions including: Cairo, Alexandria, Amman, Beirut, Riyadh, Doha, Kuwait, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Baghdad, Birzeit, Berlin & many others.
✼ 2021: Longing & Yearning - Exhibited in Young Saudi Artists at Athr Gallery. Jeddah, KSA.
✼ 2018: Repetition - Exhibited in Abu Dhabi Galleries Week. Abu Dhabi, UAE.
✼ 2017: Repetition - Exhibited in Young Saudi Artists at Athr Gallery. Jeddah, KSA.
For project inquiries, collaborations and commissions, email me at: wafaa.abs@gmail.com
Photo by Refal Bougis.
100 Best Arabic Posters Exhibition in Alula, 2023.
At YSA exhibition, Pulse, in 2017 at Athr Gallery. Photo by Amr Talat.
At YSA exhibition, Pulse, in 2017 at Athr Gallery. Photo by Amr Talat.
YSA'21 Calligraphy Edition's exhibition at Athr Gallery in 2021. Photo courtesy of Athr Gallery.