Mustafa Maher

Born in Iraq Baghdad, working and living in Canada since 2012.
VISUAL ARTS INSTRUCTOR
Highly creative professional, with a talent for conceiving and developing appropriate solutions. Demonstrated expertise spearheading large-scale projects, from inception to completion, with dedicated attention to technical considerations and detailing. Exceptional interpersonal skills used to interact with and inspire the confidence of individuals with different backgrounds, learning styles and special needs. Ability to communicate effectively, both with students, parents, and other professionals on a regular basis.
EDUCATION
College of Fine Arts University of Baghdad – 2003
Adham Ismail Center for Fine Arts – 2007
Mohawk College fine art course - 2017
MEMBERSHIPS
Hamilton Artists Fine Art Association
Iraqi Canadian Society
WORK EXPIERIENCE
Instructor for DRC (Danish Refugee Council, Damascus Syria) 2008-2012
Visual Arts Instructor (Immigrant culture and art association, Hamilton Ontario – 2012-2013
Freelancer (self-employee) - 2013-2016
Present Resident Artist (Knack Snack, Mississauga, Ontario) - 2016
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
Hewar Gallery in Baghdad, Iraq - 2005
The Iraqi Art Cultural Association, Syria - 2007
French Cultural Center, Syria - 2008
Russian Cultural Center, Syria - 2011
Paris Gallery - 2017
The Iraqi Festival of Toronto Fine Arts Exhibition (Hay El Iraqiya) - 2018
Divano Gallery, Mississauga – 2018
Mesopotamia Group, Mississauga – 2019
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
(Self-Reflection) Areej Art Center, Toronto –2022
Mustafa Maher
Canadian Iraqi Artist