Hani Alqam graduated with a diploma from the Institute of Fine Arts in Amman, Jordan in 2001. He has attended several artists’ workshops, including at the Art omi International Artists Residency in New York, in 2008; Vermont Studio Center Residency, New York, in 2005; painting and printmaking courses at Darat al-Funun’s Summer Academy in 2001 and at the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts between 1999 and 2001. Alqam has held three solo exhibitions and has participated in numerous group shows in Europe, the u.k., Ireland, the u.s.a., Pakistan and Jordan. His work focuses on society, the frailty and complexities of the human psyche. His paintings of Amman highlight the chaos and charm of the city’s old cafés and neighbourhoods.
Hani Alqam lives and works in Amman.