Haifa Khodr Husni Bey

Haifa Khodr Husni Bey, a contemporary artist from Lebanon, obtained her BA from the American University of Beirut. During the lebanese civil war, she made the decision to relocate to Paris, where she pursued studies at the Académie Charpentier and L’École Supérieure des Arts Modernes (ESAM). Since 2005, she has beenengaging in art courses at St. Joseph University (UPT).

Haifa’s artwork is a reflection of the civil war she experienced in Beirut. It embodies a blend of distress, fear, and sadness while also expressing the elements of youth, joy, and hope. Her paintings serve as a visual harmony that explores the realities of life, and they convey the search for moments of joy and hope amidst humanity’s darkest times.

In 2016, Haifa held her first solo exhibition, titled “Stolen Moments,” at Galerie
Zaman. Following that, she participated in a series of collective exhibitions such as “Le Crypte at Saint Joseph University,” which drew clear influences from the Syrian and Libyan refugee crises. Through her artwork, she portrayed the tragic experiences of people who were forced to leave their homes and lands, offering them a poignant path towards the future. Additionally, Haifa took part in “The Art for Life,” a fundraising exhibition for Tamanna, and the “Alumni Arts Craft Festival” (AUB Reunion 2016). The following year, she showcased her artwork in “Rêve” at the Palais de l’Unesco Beyrouth and hosted her own solo exhibition, “Distracted Harmony.”

By 2023, Haifa made the decision to actively pursue a full-time career as an artist
and joined the Chaos Art Gallery community, actively participating in various
collective initiatives. In 2024, she presented her comeback solo at Chaos Art Gallery under “Encounter… Rencontre… قلاءِ …”. Through her creations, Haifa takes us on a captivating journey that embodies the ability of love to triumph over all obstacles, heal wounds, and inspire personal growth.