Hamody Gannam is a mixed-media artist hailing from the vibrant city of Haifa. His journey began in the realm of commercial product and sign design, before delving into the realms of photography, art history, painting, and graphic design during his tenure at Tiltan College (2010). Further honing his craft, he pursued geographical photography at the Glitz School of Photography (2012).
In 2012, Gannam was honored with a prestigious three-year residency scholarship from the municipality of Haifa and Beit Ha-Gefen, situating his studio in downtown Haifa. This period ignited his passion for historical storytelling, particularly focused on the old city of Haifa. Engaging closely with the local community, he embarked on a quest to illuminate their narratives and the impact of gentrification on their neighborhoods.
His artistic journey evolved to incorporate ethnographic and historical research, shaping his approach to photography. Viewing photography and graphic design as vehicles for capturing voices, he developed a unique language of ethnographic photography. Gannam's projects delve into societal and national identities, addressing pressing issues within conflicted environments.
His work creates a rich tapestry where digital realms intersect with historical narratives. Proficient in diverse digital media and deeply attuned to the exotic histories of each story he uncovers, Gannam strives to bridge disparate worlds in every image he creates.
EDUCATION
Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design (2018-2020) Master's degree studies in art (MFA).
International Academy of Art Palestine (2014) Design Yourself and Funky Business Workshops.
Glitz School of Photography (2012) Geographical Photography Course.
Tiltan College of Visual Design and Communication (2006- 2010) B.A. in Basic Design, History of Art, Photography, and Studio Photography.
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2023
-Givat Haviva Art Shared Art Center; Untitled 2020, Curated by Reingold Svetlana. Kibbutz Federation
-The Greenhouse (Hamama); Haifa Trees portraits, Haifa Museum of Art
2022
-Under the lamp Festival; Cut print val.02 & Gawar Real Estate light sign. Kibbutz Ein Shemer
-Institution; Untitled Wall val 2, Curated by Reingold Svetlana. Ramat Gan Museum.
2021
-TCC 2021; The Millenial Eco Silkroad 2000, Curated by Roy Fabyan. Berman Germany.
-Loving Art. Making Art. 2020 Festival; Nafas Shop Street ads, Curated by Avi Lubin. Tel-Aviv.
2020
-Graduate Exhibition; Untitled 2020, Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, Tel-Aviv.
2019
-Sick Fireflies and Lightning in Jar; Banakil 2019, Curated by Noam Segal. Petah-Tikva Museum of Art
-Imaginarium; New Window 2018, 9th BIGSAS Festival, Curated by Susan Arndt, Shirin Assa, and Dilan Zoe Smida. Bayreuth Germany.
-MAKABIS; Hummus 2015, Al-Markaz, Contemporary art gallery, Curated by Hanna Qubty. Jerusalem.
-Jerusalem Design Week 2018; HAT NAFAS Performance, Beat-Hansin, Jerusalem.
-ZAMAL زمل; Untitled Stairs, First Year MFA part of white cube course Bezalel MFA, Tel-Aviv.
2018
-The Store Idris Gallery; Ghawar Real Estate, Tel-Aviv
-1948; How I Wish, Haifa City Museum, Curated by Inbal Lux Haifa.
-Small Sanctuary; Abu Kalibt, Curated by Revtal Barak Bezalel MFA, Tel-Aviv.
-Manoffim Jerusalem Contemporary Art Festival; Untitled Wall 2018, van Leer, Jerusalem.
-Yuaad The Research and Learning Space about Palestinian Culture in Haifa; ROVA, Bet Hagefen, Haifa.
-The Magic Kingdom; ARAK 2018 | Tragedy, Curated by Avi Lubin. Uri and Rami Museum, Ein-Harod.
-What is Pyramida Doing Here?; PTSD, Curated by Galia Bar Or. Pyramida International Center for Contemporary Art, Haifa.
2017
-Self Collecting; Selfie Portrait, Curated by Yael Messer. Bet Hagefen, Haifa.
2016
-The People of the Sea; Untitled Sea, Curated by Mohammed Badarny. Arab Culture Center, Haifa.
-Suspended Accounts; Wad el Nesnas, Curated by Viviana Checchia A.M Qattan Foundation (YAYA 2014), The Mosaic Rooms, LONDON - 2014 at Qalandiya international festival 2014, Ramallah.
2015
-Walls Interrupted; Cinema Star, Bet Hagefen, Haifa.
-Connections; backstreet, Hasoka, Haifa.
-The Palestinian Photography; DOGAY Grant 2015 Turkey Sinop; The Arab Culture Association, Haifa.
2014
-Suspended Accounts; Wad el Nesnas, A.M Qattan Foundation( YAYA 2014), Ramallah.
-The Wisdom of Crowds; Complaining Container, Bet Hagefen, Haifa.
-Rendez Vous; Who Are You Local War Photographer?, Hourva Artists, Haifa.
-Bread and Roses #8; Kastiel Design, Tel-Aviv.
2013
-Open Studio; Showcase Bet Hagefen, Haifa.
-xY Chromo zone; Old Man, Haifa City Museum, Haifa.
2012
-The White Layla; Levontin 7, Tel-Aviv.
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2015
-Downtowners; Haifa City Museum, Haifa.
-Laws of motion; Fattoush Gallery, Haifa.