Hassan Meer – An Omani artist, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts with a specialization in Media Arts, Savannah College of Art and Design, Georgia, USA, and a Master’s degree in Arts. During his studies, he began using video and installation as a means to express his ideas. Meer draws inspiration from his personal experiences, which involve memories evoking a sense of spirituality. In addition to his work as an artist and designer, he has taught art courses at Sultan Qaboos University and the Fine Arts Society.
In 2000, he organized “Circle Show” exhibition, Oman, which had a significant impact on region. Changes in cultural identity inspire him, and through his artworks and installations, he explores his individual identity and its relation to collective experience in age of globalization. His work also reflects contemplation and exploration in the spiritual domain and the magical rituals inherited from ancient times, which have deeply embedded themselves in our society.
Meer has exhibited his works in various exhibitions and his works have been published in different art magazines. His exhibitions include: “Fotofest Biennial,” Houston, Texas 2014; ” All Silent,” Royal College of Art Exhibitions, Kensington, London 2014; “Reflections,” Stal Gallery, 2013; “Sharjah Biennial 8,” UAE 2013; “Arab Express,” Mori Art Museum, Tokyo 2012; “Work, Marry, Remember,” A.B. Gallery, Zurich 2012. His works are also part of many public and private collections in Oman and abroad.
