About Me

Welcome to my artistic world! I’m Yusser Al-Qazwini, a self-taught artist with a unique international journey. Originally born in Algeria to Iraqi parents, I was raised in Libya due to my father’s career as a professor. My educational path led me to Malaysia, where I pursued my college studies and eventually earned a PhD in Fiber-optics Engineering. In 2016, I embarked on a new chapter by migrating to the United States.

Inspired by diverse cultural experiences, the stories from my parents, and the world around me, I primarily work with oil and acrylic on canvas, while also exploring various other artistic forms. My artistic journey began to take shape when I held my inaugural solo exhibition at Universiti Putra Malaysia in early 2010. Since then, I’ve participated in numerous group exhibitions across the globe, including Malaysia, the Philippines, Iraq, Canada, and the United States. My primary artistic mission revolves around self-expression and the generation of inspiration.

I’m not only passionate about visual art but also deeply dedicated to performance art. During my school years, I had the privilege of performing in renowned Libyan theaters, fueling my love for live performance. This passion for storytelling extends to my work in writing articles and creating videos on social media, where I share uplifting narratives.

Throughout the pandemic, I’ve been actively producing content that showcases my art, particularly through captivating “reels” on social media platforms. Join me on this creative journey as we explore the harmonious blend of art, culture, and storytelling.

Main Exhibitions

Explore Your Roots (Second Place), South San Francisco Public Library, CA, USA, 2024
Stop the Hate (First Prize), East Palo Alto Art Center, CA, USA, 2024
What’s Cookin? (Juror Award), Palo Alto Art Center, CA, USA, 2024
The 37th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition, Public Market Emeryville, CA, USA, 2023
The 36th Annual Emeryville Art Exhibition, Public Market Emeryville, CA, USA, 2022
Abstract Expressions, Online Exhibition, USA, 2022
Small Works-BIG Talent, Online Exhibition, USA, 2022
Hear Us by Female Artists, Riverside Art Center, Ypsilanti, MI, USA, 2019
Art Now 2019 (Honorable Mention), Ann Arbor Art Center, MI, USA, 2019
Hay El Iraqia, Mississauga, Canada, 2018
Around the World Embassy Tour, Embassy of Iraq, DC, USA, 2017
ERTI 3.0 (Won the Most Liked Painting), University Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2015
ARTMALAYSIA Art Tourism Fair AATF, VIVA Expo Hall, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2014
Lamsat Min Biladi, Al Zawraa, Iraq, 2014
Animal Kingdom Exhibition, VIVA Expo Hall, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2013
International Women’s Day Exhibition, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 2013
Larong Kayle by AKP, the SM Mall of Asia, Philippines, 2011
Iraqi Art, Middle East Day, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 2010
Solo Exhibition, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia, 2010