I’m an Egyptian-Irish visual artist exploring human connections, animals companionship and music, bringing familiar visual scenes to life in an art style delivered from cubism through fragmented figurative forms, using bold shapes and expressive compositions to evoke raw emotions.
 

I explore social and cultural themes and diverse global cultures across various historical periods.

Central to my philosophy is the concept of individual empowerment, focusing on women, my work highlights their glorious presence in life embracing and celebrating their feminine energy.
 

I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and was trained in various artistic disciplines. My Egyptian heritage alongside worldwide travels informs my style.

These influences merge with my contemporary exploration of storytelling, where each piece becomes a layered narrative of empowerment, emotion, and cultural reflection.
 

After years working as a graphic designer, I moved to Ireland in 2018, where I discovered the freedom of oil painting. This shift allowed me to break away from rigid commercial constraints and develop my distinct  artistic voice. Since then, my work has been showcased and sold in

many solo and group exhibitions and fairs across Ireland, like Art Source

in The Royal Hibernian Society.

I also have exhibited internationally, In Florence Biennale in Italy, in Munich Germany: STROKE 2025 and ARTMUC 2025, and in Egypt.

For Full Exhibitions and participations click here: https://www.marianbastaart.com/exhibitions