Fadwa Al Qasem
Art, Words, and the Unyielding Search of a Better World

Palestinian-Canadian Artist & Bilingual Author Weaving Narratives of Identity, ​Resilience, and The Human Condition

For Art Collectors 

Invest in Meaningful Art. Explore powerful mixed-media collections that provoke thought and inspire change. View Available Art.
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For Literary Enthusiasts

Journey Through Words. Discover captivating short stories, poetry, and a forthcoming novel that resonate with universal human experiences. Explore Books & Writing.

For Galleries & Publishers

Collaborate with a Visionary. Partner with an artist and author whose work sparks dialogue and transcends boundaries. Inquire for Collaborations.
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Featured Work: A Glimpse into Fadwa's World

Women in Economy

Limited Edition Series of 100 pieces exploring the theme of women in the world of economy; their power, their challenges, barriers, glass ceilings.
Each artwork blends image and found poetry; circling words from the page to spark dialogue about objectification, boas, and resilience.
Created on vintage pages from an Arabic book on economy circa 1958 with ink and watercolor.​

When Birds Still Sing

Set in the city of Neapolis under occupation, this is the magical realism journey of a twelve-year-old girl's search for justice and her dream of saving the world.
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Currently seeking suitable publisher.


​Poetry Performance 

In honor of Mehsa Amini who died at the police station where she was being held for not covering her hair. 
​Performed at Gallery Albir, Spain.

I Am What I Art: A Philosophy of Creative Liberation

​This is not merely a statement; it is a declaration. A roar from the depths of the creative spirit, echoing through the canyons of convention and shattering the chains of expectation. For too long, the boundless force of art has been confined, categorized, and diminished. For too long, the inherent creativity within each of us, especially within women, has been stifled by the whispers of doubt and the shouts of societal decree. No more. This manifesto is a rebellion, an uprising of the soul, a defiant embrace of the truth: I Am What I Art.

What Others Say

These Are Their Tears

"I bought my picture after a visit to Fadwa's studio. I completely fell in love with the painting of a girl from the series “These Are Their Tears".
She described the painting for me, and I experienced the same feelings. It’s highly relevant these days, thinking of the conflict going on in the world."

Sol Kari Onarheim
​Norway​

Cry Me A River

"Lo compré porque es mi granito de arena para concienciar al mundo de que la guerra no nos sirve para el acercamiento de los pueblos. De las influencias entre los pueblos siempre sale algo bueno y hay que luchar por esto."

Translation: "I bought it because it is my small contribution to raise awareness in the world that war does not help bring peoples closer together. From the influences between peoples, something good always comes out, and we must fight for this."

​Merche, Spain

Moraira Seas

​"I fell in love with these pieces the moment I saw them. I’m a big lover of the sea and they evokes memories of my childhood on Mediterranean shores where the deep blues and brilliant greens merged together. The unusual composition, soothing colors and contrasting textures continue to spark memories of joy, peace and love in me every time I look at them."
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Kathy ​Niewiadomska, USA

Speaking Engagements

For speaking engagements, talks and workshops on art and creativity, please reach out to Fadwa who has delivered talks and workshops to several organizations, including:​

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