Hiba
G. Isleem

Awardee

Country

Palestine

Hiba G. Isleem advocates for racial justice through her artistic practice.

Themes
Racial justice
Reexamining history
Disciplines
Video Art
Theater
Artistic Research
Awards
SEED Award 2024

Profile

Hiba G. Isleem is an architect, filmmaker, and researcher based in Palestine. Hiba crafts visually compelling narratives through experimental videos and films, shedding light on the social, environmental, and political landscapes of her Palestinian culture. Merging symbolism and abstraction, she explores themes of daily struggles and the quest for identity. Additionally, she dedicates time to archiving and re-editing her family's records from periods of exile, infusing cherished memories with new life through multimedia.

Through stop-motion animation, Hiba imbues characters with emotions that mirror human complexities. Driven by a passion for using art to raise awareness and unite communities, she offers journeys of self-discovery amid chaos, leaving a lasting impact on hearts and minds.