About the speaker
Qaswra Hafez is a cultural producer and the founder and director of Hafez Gallery, a Jeddahbased
art gallery that hosts some of the most important regional Arab artists and exhibitions.
Boasting over 25 years in the fields of arts and culture, Qaswra’s professional career spanned
the sectors of publishing, visual arts, art collecting, and retail management.
Additional details
Dedicated to Saudi and Arab art of all mediums, Hafez Gallery is home to local and regional artists. With attentive guidance, the gallery invests in forming a close, collaborative relationship with its artists, to empower and promote them, while also honing their skills and talent, no matter the breadth of their expertise. It remains a pioneering art gallery in Saudi, landing exhibitions and celebrated artists, like Mounira Mosly.
In addition to his creative leadership of Hafez Gallery, Qaswra is also committed to new ventures in arts and culture, consulting for public and private entities in the fields, both regionally and internationally.