Khaled Zaki Egyptian, b. 1964

Biography
Khaled Zaki

Egyptian artist Khaled Zaki is known for his drawings and sculptures. Born in Suez, he has long held a deep fascination with ancient Egyptian and Mediterranean art. Earning his Master’s degree in Restoration from the Faculty of Archaeology at Cairo University, Zaki studied sculpture at the Al Khonany Museum of Art in Giza, and stone carving and bronze casting in various workshops in Italy. Prior to the 2011 Egyptian revolution, he focused primarily on abstract forms. Following the Revolution, he has transitioned to a more figurative style, aiming to capture the feelings and dreams of Egyptians.

 

Zaki has been widely exhibited and won the International Artist Prize from ART, Taipei, Taiwan and in 2013 represented his country in the Egyptian Pavilion at the Venice Biennale.

By Isabella Ellaheh Hughes

 

EDUCATION
Zaki holds a Master's in Restoration from the Faculty of Archaeology, Cairo University. He studied Sculpture at the Al Khonaini Museum of Art, Giza, Egypt, before moving to Italy in 1988 to train in the use of stone and bronze in the studios and workshops of Pietrasanta.

Exhibitions