Ghada Jarawan, a 51-year-old artist from Beirut, Lebanon, has had a lifelong passion for painting. From a young age, she would paint on the walls of her parent’s house, despite their efforts to paint over her creations. As she grew older, Ghada found hidden places to draw, like the inside of closets and underneath the kitchen table.
During her school years, she would often draw her teachers instead of focusing on her schoolwork. Ghada’s interest in art intensified when she studied Graphic Design at Notre Dame University in Lebanon. There, she was deeply influenced by the history of art, particularly the Renaissance period and realistic paintings.
After getting married and starting a family, Ghada worked as a freelancer and temporarily set aside her artistic pursuits. However, in 2009, she discovered porcelain painting and traveled to Italy to enhance her skills. She studied at Hobbyceram Academy in Milan for six years, earning two Master’s degrees and a PhD in the fine arts of Chinese painting.
Ghada’s talent and dedication have garnered recognition in various competitions and exhibitions. She has received several awards, including first prizes and international cooperation recognition at prestigious conventions and shows in Italy and Switzerland.
While Ghada Jarawan is versatile in her painting, portraiture holds a special place in her heart. When she immerses herself in a portrait, she feels a deep connection and detachment from reality.
Having achieved her childhood dreams of becoming a painter, Ghada remains ambitious and aims to continue pushing herself to achieve even greater heights in her artistic journey. She expresses gratitude to God for all her accomplishments.