Anouar Badaoui (b. 1990, Berlin, Germany)

is a Berlin-based painter and multidisciplinary artist whose work interrogates the intersections of identity, memory, and cultural heritage. His richly layered practice moves between gestural abstraction and emotionally charged figuration, blending vivid brushstrokes, symbols, and personal iconography. Inspired by his African and European roots, Badaoui’s art reflects the tension and beauty of cultural duality and the lived experience of navigating these worlds.

After receiving his MFA from the University of Fine Arts Berlin in 2019, Badaoui has exhibited in both solo and group exhibitions, including “(Almost) Forgotten” at Club der polnischen Versager in Berlin and “(RE)CONNECTION” at Praise Studio.

His residency in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, further deepened his exploration of cultural narratives, displacement, and memory. Badaoui’s paintings and etchings invite interpretation through their layered surfaces, with recurring themes of resilience, alienation, and the fragility of human experience.

Critics have praised his ability to create works that are both deeply personal and universally resonant, drawing viewers into a conversation about belonging and transformation. With a growing reputation for his bold, evocative works, Anouar Badaoui is quickly establishing himself as a vital voice in contemporary art. His pieces are held in private collections and continue to attract admirers for their raw emotion, visual complexity, and timeless relevance.