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Abdurahman M. Sherif, a man of decision, an accountant, an instructor, and an artist known for his silk screen printing, never gave up in search of something new until he realized his heart’s desire. He was born on September 5, 1931, at Mercato’s Adere Sefer in Addis Ababa.

He started his artistic path by performing some illustration and design work while he was an accounting student at the Addis Abeba School of Commerce. Ever since he was a young child, the collection of paintings he saw at Mercato in Haji Yosef’s house has stuck in his memory.

When he entered the second year of his course and started to question his inner feelings, he realized that the accounting and secretary courses he was studying did not satisfy his true needs. So he understood that he could not continue in this situation. At that time, he was sent to Khartoum with three other young Ethiopians in a scholarship program to study as a chartered accountant under the first cultural agreement between the governments of Ethiopia and Sudan. He chose his own path and received a free education in an art school in the same city rather than attending the education for which he was sent to Khartoum. He enrolled there and began studying under the renowned Sudanese painter and African modernist Ibrahim El-Salahi.

He had to make his own decisions about the future once he got back from Khartoum. Although making this choice was difficult, he was adamant about it and fully confident that he would find a way to support his family whether he won or lost. He purchased a bicycle and set out for the countryside to explore the nearby forest while earning money to write and type a relative’s communication at home. He started doing drawings and numerous watercolor paintings while there.



When his father used to see Abdurahman sketching pictures in the street, he would tell him to stop, saying: “If your neighbors witnessed you acting in this manner on the streets, they would think you are insane. Please put an end to the street art.” Abduraman’s paintings were eventually accepted, and some galleries began purchasing them. He was motivated to meet Ale Felege, the founder and head of the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts, by these watercolor paintings.

He began studying and teaching at the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts in 1967. Emperor Haile Selassie I was due to pay a visit at the time, thus Mr. Alefelege assigned Abdurahman M. Sherif to paint the king’s portrait swiftly. Abdurahman then received further fortune when the king admired his charcoal method artwork. He received funding to study at the Kassel and Berlin art academies in Federal Germany from 1968 to 1970, where he received instruction in modern painting and graphic art.

Upon his arrival home, Ms. Mary Tadese, the then-Assistant Minister of the previous Ministry of Education and Fine Arts, asked him to work at the former Haile Selassie I Craft School. In this sense, he claimed that having the opportunity to acquire art teaching techniques at Kassel Art Academy had aided in his ability to instruct art at a similar institution. He later worked as the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts’ director for over two decades and taught painting and graphic arts there from 1975 to 1991. He also served as the graphics department’s head and teacher for a number of years at the same institution.

Abdurahman M. Sherif has taken part in numerous individual and group exhibitions both domestically and internationally since 1971. He worked alongside six other Ethiopian painters, all of whom were instructors at the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts, including himself, during the historic art exhibition held in 1971 at the former Emperor Haile Selassie I Theatre, now the National Theatre of Ethiopia. His highly developed visual creative skills have earned him several accolades both domestically and internationally. He is therefore considered as one of Ethiopia’s most renowned and esteemed modern and contemporary artists.

Abdulmejid Umer is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Industrial Design.

Abebe Arega is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Print Making in 2016.

Through my street photography, I aim to explore themes of anonymity, transience, and the passage of time. By capturing candid moments in urban settings, I focus on the ordinary aspects of life, elevating them to something extraordinary through the movement and energy of the crowds. The blur and abstraction present in my images reflect the fleeting nature of human existence, where moments pass by quickly, often without us fully realizing their significance. Emotionally, my work often evokes a sense of nostalgia and contemplation. I want the viewer to feel the rush and intensity of urban life, but also the quiet moments within that chaos—those small, unnoticed gestures that hold weight in everyday life. My photography is an attempt to pause time, to reflect on how we engage with our surroundings, and to consider how memories form and fade amid the constant motion of the city.
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https://www.instagram.com/thesystem____/p/DA24tfItLTO/

Ethiopian Independent Documentary and Travel Photographer

Abel Lema is a contemporary Ethiopian artist based in Addis Ababa. He graduated in 2022 with a degree in painting from the Ale School of Fine Arts and Design at Addis Ababa University.

Abel Petros is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2025.

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Abel Tilahun was born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 1983 and grew up in an artistic environment. His mother is a professionally-trained clarinetist and his father is an engineer who enjoys painting. Tilahun spent much of his childhood backstage in the Ethiopian National Theatre, absorbing set design, music, storytelling, and performance. He earned his BFA in Sculpture from Addis Ababa University, Alle School of Fine Arts and Design in 2006. After moving to the United States, he earned his MA in Fine Art from Adams State University in 2010 and was recognized as the Cloyde Snook Scholar of 2009-2010.
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http://abeltilahun.com/

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Whichever part of the world you are from, you may have had the chance to run into one of Abinet Teshome’s works either at Addis Foto Fest [2016 & 2018], Lens Culture’s “Daily Street Photography Inspiration From Around The World” or his exhibitions in Kenya, Italy, Mali, India, Germany and Belgium, Eritrea, Rome, Paris, and Oslo.
“What makes his works memorable?” Well, Abinet doesn’t stop at capturing moments, he goes as far as capturing the air surrounding the moment in time. Throughout the years he dedicated to learning all about the craft, he has mastered the true nature of photography. Going beyond waiting behind a lens and clicking, just in time, when something interesting happens, to; observing, understanding, and storytelling. Through the various forms of photography Abinet explores, there is always an authentic story you can read and a muse you can find yourself within. Story, truth, and personal touch on the craft remain to be the cornerstones of his artistic values.
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https://www.abinetteshome.com/about

After graduating from AAU in 2011, I started working as a fultime studio artist, focusing mainly on painting and drawing. My work often explores themes of identity, culture, and social issues.
Over the years, I have participated in several group exhibitions . In 2013, I had my first solo exhibition titled “Nafkot” at the National Museum of Ethiopia. This exhibition showcased a series of paintings that depicted the struggles and triumphs of everyday life in Ethiopia. additionally, i was participated on a lot of group exhibition.
In addition to my artistic practice, I have also been involved in art education. I have conducted workshops and taught drawing and painting classes to aspiring childrens and youths. I believe in the power of art to inspire and bring about positive change in society.
Currently, I am working on a new series of paintings that explore the concept of social interrelation and its impact in modern cultures. I am excited to continue pushing the boundaries of my artistic practice and to contribute to the vibrant art scene in Ethiopia.

Overall, my journey as an artist has been filled with challenges and successes. I am grateful for the opportunities I have had to showcase my work and to connect with fellow artists and art enthusiasts. I am committed to continuously evolving as an artist and using my art as a means of expression and social commentary
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https://zervas-art.com/abraham-woldegebreal-sisay

Abriham Tsegaye is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Print Making in 2022.

Abyalew Assefa has received many accolades during his 17-year professional career as an artist. He graduated with Great Distinction in Graphic Art from the Addis Ababa University School of Fine Arts and Design in 1991. He attended the Pied Crow School in Kenya where he studied Illustration and Magazine Publishing. He was declared Environmental Ambassador of Lake Awassa by the Southern Nations, Nationalities and People's Region (SNNPR). Over the years, his work has graced over 25 solo exhibitions and numerous group exhibitions. His recent exhibitions focus on themes such as Light and Shadow, Reconciliation with Nature, Casual and Passion for Light. The themes in his work reflect his concerns and philosophy regarding art, humanity and the natural environment. His latest solo exhibition revolves around the theme of Love and Sustainable Environment.

Source: https://en.sewasew.com/p/who-is-abyalew-assefa(አብያለው-አሰፋ)

I was born in 1949 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in the Merkato neighborhood known as Teklai Biro. I have a rather vivid recollection of my childhood. I remember Yeneta Asdegdeg and fellow students Nunu, Buta, Tadele and Mengistu Jembere, Teshale and Gebeyehou Worsa, Taddess Wolde Giorgis, Eshete Gebeyehou, Tariku Biratu and many others with whom I had the privilege of spending part of my "kes temari bet" years. I remember staying a year behind school before going to the ferenje (inglise temari bet) because my father was working in Adigrat and later in Gondar as director of the post office.
The year I finished (Dawit Medgam) was spent with Degaga whom I have known as the shepherd who would collect cows from several houses along the road leading from Shawel Dema seffer all the way to Ras Hailu Meda. Degaga made certain conversation with the heard that steered them to smoothly fall in place as they came out of the various households in the neighborhood. I followed Degaga and his cows to Ras Hailu Meda and brought them back towards the end of the day to their owners. As a child I was fascinated how the cows knew when to come out on Degaga's approach and when to go back to their house when he brought them back. Between Degaga and some fond memories of learning soccer with (yecherk kwass) and playing kulf & later marble (beyi) with children who were hanging out as I was or those who skipped school, my time was somewhat occupied.

Adamseged Michael is an accomplished artist born and raised in the wonderful city of Addis Ababa Ethiopia. Artist Adam earned his Bachelor of Fine Art at Addis Ababa University school of Fine Art and Design with the greatest Distinction in 2008.
Currently Adamseged works out of his own graphics design shop in Addis Ababa specializing on graphics projects, graphics print work and interior design projects on new and existing buildings. In addition to his own businesses Adamseged works as Graphic Designer for A.A City Administration and also teaches interior decoration at the Lovely Beauty Training Centers in Addis Ababa.
Adamseged enjoys interacting with the ever-growing number of admirers of his art. He regularly organizes his own art exhibitions and presents his art work at events held at different places of international organizations, foreign cultural centers, local exhibition halls, hotels and other venues in and around Addis Ababa.
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https://adamseged.wordpress.com/about/

Though trained as an agricultural economist, Ethiopian female photographer Addis has had a long and enchanting affair with photography from a very young age. Highly influenced by both her mother and grandfather, who were photographers, Addis began her life with photography in her mother’s studio where she used to help her develop analog photos. Her mother’s studio acted as a hands-on introduction to commercial photography. However, things didn’t take off until she met her grandfather, a person that greatly influenced her decision to fully pursue photography. Addis grew up comprehending that photography has the power to preserve the past and the present to the future.
By attending her first photography workshop at the Creative Futures Program under the mentorship of Michael Tsegaye, she retrospect her grandfather that opened the first photo studio in small town in the Amhara region of Ethiopia The relationship she fostered with Sifew Tebeje her grandfather served as her first project and an important gateway that cemented her profession as a photographer.
In recent years, Addis’ work has been featured in group exhibitions like Blank Wall Gallery in Athens, Greece; Center for Photography in Ethiopia; Addis Foto Fest 2018, Ethiopia; Nobel Peace Center in Oslo, Norway; Homebound: A Journey in Photography at Sharjah Art Museum in UAE & Still I rise:In Abidjan côte d’ivoire.
Addis was under the mentorship program of Aida Muluneh, and as for her involvement in additional activities besides being a photographer; she was also part of the organizing team for Addis Foto Fest, the biggest photography festival in East Africa. Recently, Addis has served as an official photographer to Her Excellency Sahle-Work Zewde, the first female president of Ethiopia. Currently Addis Aemero is a freelance photographer.
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https://addisaemero.com/biography/

Addis Alem is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University in 2025.

Addis Gezehagn is known for his labour-intensive assemblage practice. It takes the artist many months to finalise each work. Methodically layering cut-outs from locally sourced magazines onto his canvases, the artist then applies acrylic paint to create his signature cityscapes. His canvases possess a kaleidoscopic quality, every centimetre of each painting different from the last. The effect is a dizzying landscape of colour variations and unique textures, created by the intentional cracking of the collage beneath.

From his Addis Ababa studio, Gezehagn reimagines the city he inhabits. The artist’s Floating City series details the topography of the Ethiopian capital’s cityscape, as if seen from a bird’s eye perspective. Gezehagn uses abstraction to create the illusion of three-dimensional sculptural space, and vertiginous views of urban centres yield to indistinguishable medlies of rooftops and window panes. Doorways now occupy the tops of homes, and entire buildings have been repositioned and deconstructed, reduced to ambiguous cubic forms. On closer inspection, more recognizable objects from the urban landscape begin to reveal themselves. A clothing line draped with laundry floats adrift, while corrugated iron roofs litter the canvas at sporadic intervals.

There is a tension that permeates Gezehagn’s work, as the artist subtly hints at the social consequences of the incessant desire to urbanise. While impoverished communities in Addis Ababa once lived in ground-level shacks, they are now being uprooted to reside in newly built highrise buildings. The organic interactions and social relations facilitated by their previous way of living have been replaced by a sense of impersonality, imposed by the coldness of these new dwellings. Gezehagn’s paintings are more than just a snapshot of the city – rather, they stand as a visual archive of what will soon be lost to the relentless pursuit of modernity.

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https://addisfineart.com/artists/51-addis-gezehagn/biography/

Addisu Negra is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2025.

Adugna Kassa (b. 1978) was born and raised in Ethiopia and naturally expresses the social and cultural sensibilities he acquired in his work. He creates small pieces using everyday media such as faded paper and thin printed matter and collages them on the screen. He uses the lifestyles commonly seen in African common society as motifs to create ideal differentiation. He also suggests invisible African social structures as creative expressions and (semi)abstractly expresses African social organization forms and inner desires, building his own unique paintings.

The artist studied art education at Addis Ababa University Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Ethiopia. The artist, who lives and works in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, has held numerous solo and group exhibitions in Ethiopia (EXISTENCE, Taitu International Art Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia), (FREEDOM IN LOVE, Addis Ababa City Hall, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia), Korea (Color of Dream, Gallery Hankyung, Seoul, Korea), (Insa 1gil Culture Space, Seoul, Korea), (Gana art center forum space, Seoul, Korea).
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UNO ART GALLERY

Afewerk Mengesha is a renowned Ethiopian artist who has significantly contributed to the country’s art scene. Born in 1943 in Addis Ababa, Afewerk was one of the first Addis Ababa Fine Arts School graduates in 1963. Despite facing challenges due to his hearing impairment, he pursued his passion for art and has since become known for his works exploring Ethiopian history, culture, and modern life themes. Afework’s artistic journey has been marked by perseverance, as he overcame obstacles to establish himself as a professional artist, working in various roles before focusing on his studio practice after retirement. His paintings, often executed in oil on canvas, have been exhibited at prestigious venues in Ethiopia, showcasing his ability to capture the essence of his homeland through his distinctive artistic vision, writes EBR’s Eden Teshome.


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https://ethiopianbusinessreview.net/finding-inspiration-in-heritage/

Afewerk Tekle (22 October 1932 – 10 April 2012) was an Ethiopian artist, particularly known for his paintings on African and Christian themes as well as his stainedBorn in Ankober, in Shewa Province[2], to Feleketch Yamatawork and Tekle Mamo, Afewerk grew up under the Italian occupation during the Second World War. Following the war in 1947, Afewerk decided that he wanted to help rebuild Ethiopia and elected to travel to England to study mining engineering. Before departing, Afewerk, together with other students leaving to study overseas, was addressed by Emperor Haile Selassie. Afewerk recalls being told "you must work hard, and when you come back do not tell us what tall buildings you saw in Europe, or what wide streets they have, but make sure you return equipped with the skills and the mindset to rebuild Ethiopia".
Afewerk had already shown talent as an artist as a child, decorating several walls in his home town. Whilst at boarding school in England, this talent was recognised and encouraged by his teachers. As a result, Afewerk was persuaded to switch from engineering and enroll in Central School of Arts and Crafts in London. He then went on to the Slade School of Art where he studied painting, sculpture and architecture.Returning to Ethiopia as a university graduate, Afewerk could have accepted an assigned ministerial post, but instead decided to spend time travelling around the provinces of Ethiopia to get more experience of his native country and culture, which he reflected in his paintings. In 1954, he held his first one-man show in Addis Ababa, at Municipality Hall[2], that gave him the funds to travel around Europe for two years where he learnt how to design and construct stained glass windows. He also made a special study on Ethiopian illustrated manuscripts in the British Library, the Bibliothèque Nationale in Paris and the Vatican Library.
Back in Ethiopia, Afewerk opened a studio in the National Library of Ethiopia. His growing recognition lead to government commissions for murals and mosaics in St George's Cathedral, Addis Ababa, and several of his designs were used on the national stamps. He was also commissioned to produce sculptures of famous Ethiopians, although only the monumental statue of Ras Makonnen in Harrar was completed. Most notably, in 1958 he designed the stained glass windows in the Africa Hall of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa in Addis Ababa. The three windows cover an area of 150 square meters, and represent the sorrow of Africa's past, the struggle of the present, and hope for Africa's future.
In 1961, Afewerk held a major retrospective in Addis Ababa, which led to his painting Maskal Flower being shown at international exhibitions in Russia, the United States and Senegal. Increasing funds allowed Afewerk to travel around the continent of Africa. With much of Africa still emerging from colonialism, Afewerk became fired with black emancipation and the struggles for independence. This is reflected in his paintings of this time, with titles like Backbones of African Civilization and African Unity In 1964, he became the first laureate of the Haile Selassie I Prize for Fine Arts. As his reputation spread abroad, Afewerk was invited to put on an exhibition in Moscow following which he toured the Soviet Union giving lectures. The American government responded with an invitation for one man exhibitions in Washington D.C. and New York and a similar lecture tour of American universities. Additional international exhibitions followed in Senegal, Turkey, Zaire, the United Arab Republic, Bulgaria, Munich, Kenya and Algeria.
Through much of the 1970s, Afewerk was engaged in producing murals and mosaics for many public and religious buildings around Ethiopia, including the mural Last Judgement in the Adigrat Cathedral in Adigrat, Tigray. In 1977, his painting Unity Triptych won the gold medal in the Algiers International Festival.
The early 1980s saw a second major exhibition in Moscow and an exhibition in Bonn. In 1981, his painting Self-portrait was the first work by an African artist to enter the permanent collection of the Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy.
In 1997, he exhibited at the Biennale of Aquitaine, France, winning first prize in the international competition. He was also nominated as the Laureate of the Biennale which gave him membership of the French International Academy of Arts.
Afewerk Tekle had membership of the Russian Academy of Arts, so he became the first African member in 1983

Aganaw Engeda
1903 to 1948
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Ethiopia

Alaqa Aganaw Engeda (1903-1948) was a leading 20th-century Ethiopian artist and poet.

Born in Mahedara Maryam in Bagemder province, he was educated in the customary Ethiopian church subjects of poetry, singing, and painting. He later went to Addis Ababa in 1920 as a traditional artist. In Addis Ababa he painted murals of the angels Mikael and Gabriel, illuminated a manuscript of the Four Gospels for the Trinity Cathedral, and was chosen to decorate the important church of Qachane Madhani Alam. In 1932 he was selected by Emperor Haile Selassie (reigned 1930-74) to study abroad, and spent three years at the Ecole Nationale des Beaux Arts in Paris, where he was greatly influenced by French painting. On his return home he was made responsible for the decoration of the Ethiopian parliament in Addis Ababa, and also founded Ethiopia's first art school. He continued to paint during the Italian occupation from 1936-41, and decorated the Trinity Church at Dabra Berehan in northern Shawa. After the liberation of Ethiopia in 1941, he repainted his parliament murals, which had been damaged during the occupation. He also decorated the Trinity Cathedral, where he painted a Madonna, as well as representations of Emperor Haile Selassie at the League of Nations, and crossing the frontier from the Sudan into Ethiopia at Om Idla in 1941. Aganaw was also engaged to design the first post-war issue of Ethiopian banknotes, but his promising career was ended by a fatal car accident. Several of his poems have since been published by the Ethiopian scholar Mahatama Selasse Walda Masqal. --- Richard Pankhurst

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Born in Addis Ababa in 1974, Muluneh graduated from Howard University in Washington D.C with a degree from the Communication Department with a major in Film.

Her photography has been published widely, and can be found in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African Art, Hood Museum, The RISD Museum of Art, and the Museum of Biblical Art in the United States. She was the 2007 recipient of the European Union Prize in the Rencontres Africaines de la Photographie in Bamako, Mali, the 2010 winner of the CRAF International Award of Photography in Spilimbergo, Italy, and 2018 CatchLight Fellow in San Francisco, USA. In 2019, she became the first black woman to co-curate the Nobel Peace Prize exhibition and in the following year, she returned as a commissioned artist for the prize.

She has been a jury member for several photography competitions, most notably the Sony World Photography Awards and the World Press Photo Contest in 2017. She has also been on various panel discussions on photography, including the African Union Cultural Summit, Art Basel, Tedx/Johannesburg, and she gave the renowned Sem Presser Lecture at the World Press Photo Festival in Amsterdam in 2019.

A Canon Ambassador, Muluneh is the founder of the Addis Foto Fest (AFF), the first international photography festival in East Africa held since 2010. As an educator and cultural entrepreneur, she continues to develop projects with local and international institutions in Ethiopia and Côte d'Ivoire.

(Born in 1980, Ethiopia) is an Ethiopian artist currently based in Maryland, USA. His work centers around exploring complex identities, culture, and tradition. Temesgen emphasizes the relevance of African traditional knowledge in contemporary times by initiating a dialogue between the past and present. He utilizes traditional African symbols and patterns to create a visual language that spans across time, connecting historical and contemporary contexts. His painting style features vivid colors and dynamic movement, resulting in a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing composition. Temesgen's work has been exhibited in various countries worldwide, including Ethiopia, Djibouti, Sudan, Zambia, France, Hungary, the Netherlands, Germany, Spain, Kenya, Poland, China, and the United States.
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https://www.akliluart.com/about

Aksah Seyoum (b. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia) is a dedicated artist specializing in printmaking. She graduated in 2024 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, majoring in printmaking. Her work reflects a profound connection to Ethiopian heritage, exploring themes of identity, tradition, and the evolving interplay between modernity and cultural preservation.
Aksah’s intricate prints weave together storytelling and technique, capturing both personal narratives and collective memory. Her approach blends traditional Ethiopian motifs with contemporary global influences, resulting in a unique visual language that celebrates diversity and innovation. Beyond aesthetics, her practice fosters dialogue about cultural identity and artistic expression, positioning printmaking as both a medium of preservation and transformation.

Alazar Seyoum is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2016.

Artist Alem Teklu was born in Adwa (Northern Ethiopia) in 1976.
Alem attended the University of Addis Ababa of Fine Arts and Design. After four years of studying art Alem graduated with a Diploma of Distinction in the field of sculpture In 2002. In 2010 Alem decided to further her education by studying ceramics in Italy. She then attended the Academy of Fine Arts and school of marble in Carrara, Italy in which she studied the technic of marble sculpting. Alem graduated and received her masters Degree from the academy in marble sculpting.
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https://www.carrarastudiaperti.it/en/location/art-studios/omnia

Alemayehu "Alex" Tefera is an Ethiopian cartoonist renowned for his satirical illustrations that shed light on political and social issues in Ethiopia. Born in Addis Ababa, he earned his first degree from Addis Ababa University's Art School. He later moved to London, where he pursued a master's degree and has resided for over two decades.
Tefera's work is characterized by simple comic sketches that reflect critical observations and a keen sense of humor. Using ink and pencil, he crafts satires that mock local politicians, critique polarized ethnic politics, address social blemishes, and comment on historical events and geopolitical threats. His cartoons aim to provoke thought and initiate conversations, capturing true emotional experiences to enhance their impact.
In June 2021, Tefera held an exhibition titled "Funtezya" at the Alliance Ethio-Française in Addis Ababa. This exhibition showcased his satirical cartoons, highlighting his ability to use humor to address serious topics and engage viewers in critical discourse.
Tefera's unique approach to art, blending satire with critical social commentary, has made him a notable figure in contemporary Ethiopian art. His work continues to resonate with audiences, offering insightful perspectives on the complexities of Ethiopian society and politics.
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https://www.thereporterethiopia.com/10169/
https://capitalethiopia.com/2021/06/08/funtezya/

Alemayehu Biratu, Born in Addis Ababa Ethiopia, Graduated from Alle Fine Art School (AAUSFAD), in BFA in Sculpture and MFA in Fine Arts. Alemayehu’s work capture and depict the day to day affairs of the city by connecting the monuments, buildings and the facades that are main features of the present day Addis Ababa as well as the historical buildings along with human characters and their emotions. His current project and research focuses on the shift in perspective that came in a moment of clarity one day when marveling the shifting shapes of the clouds. He loves how they are not confined. He decided then and there to adopt the same concepts in his painting he goes with the flow and lets the work lead him His work and how heavily its influenced by clouds, his fascination with them becomes evident. Using different colors and styles, he paints cloudscapes to depict fate, emotions, vulnerability, hope and symbolism.
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https://gollaartgallery.com/2023/12/15/2570/#biography

Alemayehu Bizuneh (1929 – 2011) was a highly influential Ethiopian artist, renowned for his contributions to modern Ethiopian art. Born in Hirna, Hararge Province, Ethiopia, he began his artistic journey at the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts, where he specialized in sculpture and mosaic art. Alemayehu was part of the first graduating class from the institution in 1964.
His early exposure to traditional Ethiopian art, particularly religious iconography, deeply influenced his artistic style. Alemayehu’s work is characterized by its vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and the depiction of biblical scenes, saints, and traditional Ethiopian life. He skillfully combined these elements with modern techniques, creating works that resonated with both local and international audiences.
After his education in Ethiopia, Alemayehu furthered his studies in France at the École Nationale des Beaux-Arts in Paris between 1966 and 1970, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. His time in Europe broadened his understanding of contemporary art movements and allowed him to blend traditional Ethiopian art with modern expressions.
Among his most notable works is the "Hunger Cloth" (Semune Himamat), created in 1975 at the request of the Federal Republic of Germany. The piece, which depicted biblical scenes using traditional Ethiopian art forms, was so well-received that it was reproduced as greeting cards throughout Europe in the early 1980s.
Alemayehu’s work was displayed both in Ethiopia and internationally, and he played an important role in advancing modern Ethiopian art. He worked at the Ethiopian National Museum and participated in numerous exhibitions during his lifetime.
Alemayehu Bizuneh passed away on March 25, 2011, in San Jose, California, at the age of 81. His final resting place is at Los Gatos Memorial Park in San Jose. Despite his passing, Alemayehu’s artistic legacy continues to inspire future generations of Ethiopian artists and art lovers worldwide.
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Alexander "Skunder" Boghossian (July 22, 1937 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – May 4, 2003 in Washington D.C.) was an Armenian Ethiopian painter and art teacher. He spent much of his life living and working in the United States.

Boghossian was born on July 22, 1937 in Addis Ababa, the capital city of Ethiopia, one and half years after the Second Italo-Abyssinian War. His mother, Weizero Tsedale Wolde Tekle, was Ethiopian. His father, Kosrof Gorgorios Boghossian, was a colonel in the Kebur Zabagna (Imperial Bodyguard) and of Armenian descent. Kosrof's father, Gregorios Boghassian, an Armenian trader, had established a friendship with Emperor Menelik II and worked as a traveling ambassador in Europe on behalf of the Emperor.

Alexander Fisshaye Betsuamelak (born 1995) lives and works in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He received a BFA from the Alle School of Fine Art and Design in 2023, a diploma from Entoto Polytechnic College in 2019, and an Abyssinia Fine Art School certification (2015). He participated in group exhibitions at the Et Metro, the Laphto Mall, Hilton Addis Abeba, and the American Embassy art tour in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Amanuel Assegid is an Ethiopian sculptor and a graduate of the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, where he specialized in sculpture and graduated in 2015.

Photojournalist based in Ethiopia

Amare Addisu is an Ethiopian sculptor and a graduate of the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, where he specialized in sculpture and graduated in 2015.

Amare has exhibited his work nationally and internationally. After graduating in 2004 from Addis Ababa University School of Fine Arts and Design (SFAD) with SFAD’s highest honor (known as the “Gold Medal”) he began teaching at SFAD and become a lecturer and taught Painting and Drawing. In 2010, he was appointed Chair of the Painting Department and Curator of SFAD’s Art Gallery. He also co-founded Point Fine Arts and Design Studio P.L.C. During this time, as general manager he oversaw and worked on several high-profile design and fine art projects, including a large scale mosaic work located at the main building entrance of the National Museum of Ethiopia. In March 2012, he moved to Maryland to pursue an MFA in Studio Art at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and graduated in August 2015. He currently teaches an undergraduate course at MICA and Montgomery College.

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https://gollaartgallery.com/2023/12/15/amare-selfu/

Ambelu Belay is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in painting in 2015.

Amen Dereb is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Industrial design in 2022.

{B. on October 8, 1970}, in Asmara, Eritrea, Bold zigzags and vibrant stripes create an arresting first impression in the paintings of Ameneshewa Admassu., Ameneshewa developed a deep passion for art from an early age. His journey took him across continents, shaping his artistic vision through diverse cultural experiences.
After completing his primary education in Dessie, Ethiopia, Ameneshewa moved to Cuba as a teenager with his family. It was during this period that his love for art flourished. He later pursued formal training at the Escuela Nacional de Arte (ENA) in Havana, where he earned a BA in Fine Art, specializing in painting and sketching, along with a qualification as a professor.
Following his studies, Ameneshewa built a distinguished career as a painter, producing remarkable works and exhibiting in various national and international exhibitions. His pursuit of artistic growth led him to Castilla-La Mancha University in Cuenca, Spain, where he obtained an MA in Fine Art.
Upon returning to Ethiopia, Ameneshewa joined Addis Ababa University as a lecturer, sharing his expertise in Painting, Drawing, and Manual Design Drawing. Through his dynamic compositions and rich artistic background, Ameneshewa continues to inspire students and the broader art community.
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https://gollaartgallery.com/2023/12/15/ameneshewa-admassu/#biography

Anania Abebe is a painter from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He graduated with a degree in Painting from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design at Addis Ababa University in 2019.

Ananiya Zerihun is an Ethiopian Visual Artist. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Printmaking from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2019.

Anisa Keju is an Ethiopian visual artist and He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2018.

Antenhe Teka is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2013.

A commercial Photographer & story teller based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

b. 1987 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is an Ethiopian-based visual artist who received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from Addis Ababa University Alle School of Fine Art & Design in 2020, as well as a 10+3 Diploma in fine art, specializing in painting, from Entoto Polytechnic College in 2010.
Ashenafe is mostly interested in painting, drawing, and photography to express his thoughts and experiences. His figurative artworks focused on social-political happenstance and memories. He considers himself a figure enthusiast, and as such, human figures are central to his work; they are the primary subject matter with other elements that he incorporates into his works, and he wants the figures to have their own universe, a space where they can be themselves or as he imagines them to be.

born in Addis Ababa in Ethiopia in1999.Throughout his life, Ashenafi has always been fascinated by Art and how the world is represented through the eyes of others naturally, he was drawn to art. The interest was cultivated during his teenage years and further developed when he learn in Abyssina school of art and he went to Alle school of fine art and design by the department of printmaking in Addis Ababa University. beside of the art he also learned ICT at organization of YFC for 5 years. He is working exclusively with painting, woodcut, linocut, etching, illustration and screen printing. Mainly he work on etching prints.
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https://www.artavita.com/artists/26525-ashenafi-kebede

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Asnake Melesse, born in 1978 in the heart of Ethiopia’s vibrant capital, Addis Ababa, is a celebrated figure in the Ethiopian art scene. From a young age, Asnake displayed a natural talent for the visual arts, which he nurtured through formal education and extensive practical experience. His journey into the world of art began with a Diploma in Painting from Addis Ababa University’s School of Fine Arts and Design in July 2002. This institution, renowned for producing some of Ethiopia’s most influential artists, provided Asnake with the foundational skills and theoretical knowledge that would shape his future work.
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https://adulisethiopianart.com/artist/asnake-melesse

B. 1999, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is a contemporary painter known for his realistic and modern expressive style. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2023. His upbringing with an elderly individual deeply shaped his character and artistic perspective, fostering an engagement with diverse viewpoints and philosophies that continue to inspire his work.
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https://zervas-art.com/asratemariam-dereje/
https://www.instagram.com/asratemariam_dereje/

Assefa Gebrekidan (b. Axum, Ethiopia 1973) lives and works in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His sculptural installations are grounded in graphic composition and drawing from life. His earliest experience of art was in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church in Axum where his father is a priest. Gebrekidan trained in sculpture at the Addis Ababa University School of Fine Art and Design, where he was introduced to Russian constructivist sculpture. Ethiopia had political links with Russia in the late 20th Century. After graduating in 1996, for several years he taught art in the Mekele Fine Art School in the north of the country. In this period he made large temporary sculptures in unfired clay which he arranged and photographed against the sky, before destroying them. Returning to Addis Ababa, he experimented with works incorporating found materials and lights in darkened spaces. His solo exhibition ‘Light and Dark’, took place at Zoma Contemporary Art Centre, Addis Ababa in 2003. In 2004 he exhibited in the Dak’Art Biennial, Dakar, Senegal and Le Lieu Unique, Nantes, France. ‘A Glimmer of Hope’ at Camden Arts Centre is his first international solo exhibition.
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https://camdenartcentre.org/file-notes/file-note-06-assefa-gebrekidan?#biography

Baye Lakew is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2006.

Belachew Nigussie is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Print Making in 2020.

ሠዓሊ በላቸው ይመር በ 18 62 ዓ.ም ተወለዱ በ19ኛ ምዕት ዓመት መገባደጃ ከተነሱት ግንባር ቀደም ሠዓልያን ዝነኛ የነበሩ በላቸው ይመር ፣ ትውልዳቸው የሚነሳው ከጎጃም ጠቅላይ ግዛት ብቸና አውራጃ ፣ የጠም አቦ አጥቢያ ነው ።
ሠዓሊው በላቸው ይመር ሙያቸውን ያዳበሩት በዘልማድ ሲሆን የፈጠራ ችሎታቸውን የሚያንፀባርቁ በርከት ያሉ የሥዕል ሥራዎች ትተዋል ።
በኢትዮጵያ ሥነ ጥበብ ታሪክ በተለይ የሚወሱበት የንግሥት ሳባ ወደ ንጉሥ ሰሎሞን ያደረጋቸው ጉዞና ቀዳማዊ ምኒልክን ስለመውለዷ የሚያሳየው ሥዕላዊ ተረካቸው ነው ።
ሌላው ከዓድዋ ጦርነትና ከንግሥተ ሳባ ጉዞ በተጨማሪ ፣የአውሬ ማኀበር ፣ የአይጥና ድመት ጋብቻ ፣ የጌዳ ጊዮርጊስ ቤተ ክርስቲያን ፣ የሐረር ቅድስት ሥላሴ ፣ ኢትዮጵያ እጆቿን ዘርግታ ፣ የመተማ ጦርነት ይገኙበታል ።
ሌላው በላቸው ይመር ጎሹ በንግሥት ነገስታት ዘውዲቱ ጊዜ ሥዕል እየሳሉ በመሸጥ መኖር እንደሚችል ለመጀመሪያ ጊዜ ያሳዪ የጥበብ ሰው ናቸው ።
በላቸው ይመር ሌላው የሚጠቀሱት በወራሪዎች ጣሊያውያን ላይ በዓድዋ ጦርነት የተገኘውን ድል በሚያሳዩበት ሥዕሎቻችው ነው ።
በሥዕሉ ጐልተው ከሚታዩት ከጠቅላይ አዝማቹ ዳግማዊ ምኒልክና እቴጌ ጣይቱ በተጨማሪ አዝማቾች ፣ መካከል ፈታውራሪ ገበየሁ ፣ ራስ መንገሻ ፣ ራስ አሉላ፣ ራስ አባተ፣ ደጃዝማች ባልቻ ይጠቀሳሉ ። ከአዝማሪዎች መካከልም አዝማሪ ፃዲቄ እየሸለለችና እየፎከረች ሰታዋጋ የሚያሳይ ሥዕልም የዘመኑ ትሩፋት ነው።
አዝማሪዎች ለኢትዮጵያ ሠራዊት ይሰጡት የነበረው ወኔ ቀስቃሽ አዝመራ ጉልህ ነበር ።
ስለነዚህያ አዝማሪዎች ቤርክሌይ ከጉዞው ጋር አያይዞ የጻፈው የሚጠቀስ ነው።
<<........በሠራዊቱ መሀል አዝማሪዎች አብረው ይዘምታሉ ። በዚያ ሁሉ ሁካታ አዝማሪዎች ዘማቹን እያጫወቱ ይሄዳሉ ።
አብሮአቸው የሚጓዘው ሠራዊትም ለአዝማሪዎቹ ግጥም ይነገርላቸዋል ።
አዝማሪዎቹ የደከመውን በግጥም እያበረታቱ ይጓዛሉ ።>> በዚያን ጊዜ ነው አዝማሪ ፃዲቄ ፦
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ወይ አዎን የናቴ ልጅ እርቦህ ጠምቶሃል
ታዲያ የናቴ ልጅ አዳኝ ወፍ አይደለህም ወይ ?
ግፋ ብረር ወደፊትህ ሂደህ ጠላትህን አትበላም ወይ ?
ግፍ ወደፊት ከበዓሉ ቦታ ፈጥነህ ድረስ የምታደርገውን ሥጋ የማቆራርጥልህ እኔ ነኝ
ግፋ የናቴ ልጅ ወሃ ጠምቶሃል ጠጅ ብታጣ ደሜን እንድትጠጣ እሰጥሃለሁ >> እያለች እየሸለለችና እየፎከረች ያዋጋችው ፤
በላቸው ይመር ጎሹም በሥዕሉ ገበታ ያኖረው ።
ሌላው በላቸው ይመር ጎሹ በንግሥት ነገስታት ዘውዲቱ ጊዜ ሥዕል እየሳሉ በመሸጥ መኖር እንደሚችል ለመጀመሪያ ጊዜ ያሳዪ የጥበብ ሰው ናቸው ። በላቸው በጊዜው በባዶ እግራቸው የሚሔዱ ቢሆንም ስራዎቻቸው በአሁኑ ጊዜ ኦስትሪያ ቬና ፡ ጀርመን ፡ጣሊያን በሚገኙ ሙዜየሞች ይገኛሉ ።
በ19 33 ዓ.ም ለኢትዮጵያ ልዩና ታሪካዊ ዓመት ነው።
ወራሪው የፋሺስት ጣሊያንን ሠራዊት ከአምስት ዓመታት ተጋድሎ በኋላ የተወገደበት ፣የሚያዝያ 27 ቀን የድል ብሥራት የታወጀበት በመሆኑ ልዩ ያደርገዋል ።
የአድዋውን ድል በጥበባቸው የዘከሩት ሠዓሊው በላቸው ይመር ፣ ለሁለተኛው የጣሊያን ጦርነት በድል መጠናቀቅም የሚያሳይ ሥዕልም ነው ።
19 40 ዎቹ አጋማሽ በላቸው ይመር በከፈቱት የራሳቸው ስቱዲዮ ሥራቸውን ሲያከናውኑ በእንጦጦ በሚገኘው አብያተ ክርስቲያንናትም በሥዕሎች በማስዋብ በኩል ከሌሎች ሠዓሊያን ጋር ተሳትፈዋል ።
ሌላው ልጆቻቸው ብቻ ሳይሆኑ የልጅ ልጆቻቸው ሁሉ ሠዕሊያን ናቸው ።
የኢትዮጵያ ፖስታ አገልግሎት በስማቸው ቴምብር አሳትሞላቸዋል።
ሠዓሊ በላቸው ይመር ጉሽ በተወለዱ በ18 62
ዓ.ም በ19 60 ዓ.ም አርፈዋል ።
<< አንድንድ የታወቁ የኢትዮጵያ ሠዓሊዎች አጭር የሕይወት ታሪከ 18 62 -19 50 ዓ.ም Short Biographics of Some well -Know Ethiopian Artists 18 69 -19 57 >> በሚል ርዕስ ቦታዬ ታደሰ በተዘጋጀው መደበል ላይ በቀዳሚነት የተጠቀሱት በላቸው ይመር ናቸው ። 18 62 ዓ.ም ሠዓሊ በላቸው የተወለዱበት ዓመት በመሆኑ ከ19ኛው ምዕት ዓመት አጋማሽ ወዲህ ላለው የኢትዮጵያ የሥዕል ታሪክ መነሻም ሆነዋል ።

Belayhun Tsegaye is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Art education in 2007.

An Ethiopian artist born in 1996 in Hawassa, Sidama, initially studied engineering before pursuing fine arts. He earned his bachelor's degree in figurative printmaking from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design in 2022.
Bereket's work focuses on urban life and marginalized communities, particularly the homeless. His figurative printmaking captures the raw realities of displacement, memory, and survival, using a blend of realism and abstraction. He describes homeless individuals as "forgotten people" and seeks to evoke empathy and awareness through his art.
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https://sensul.co/artists/bereket-gebeyehu
https://www.instagram.com/bereketgebeyehu12/

Bereket Mesfin is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Industrial Design.

Bereketnesh Girma is an Ethiopian Designer and Educator who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Industrial Design in 2005.

Berhan Asmamaw, born on November 1, 1980, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is an accomplished Ethiopian artist with a rich educational background. Holding a B.F.A in Art Education and a Master's in Visual and Performing Arts from Addis Ababa University, Berhan has also received certifications in French language and teaching. With diverse work experience in education and design, including positions at Kotebe College of Teacher Education and Ambo University, Berhan's artistic journey extends to international exhibitions, notably in France and Ethiopia. Married with two children, Berhan's mastery in visual arts has been showcased in numerous solo and group exhibitions, contributing significantly to the vibrant art scene in Ethiopia.

Berhanu Ashagrie Deribew is a multidisciplinary artist and an assistant professor at the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, where he also held the position of Director for nearly four years from 2012 to 2016. His academic passion lies in engaged pedagogy and collaborative knowledge production, a commitment that has led to the organization, facilitation, and hosting of numerous local, continental, and international initiatives spanning education, art, and research. His artistic and research practices primarily focus on themes of dispossession, particularly concerning modernization, change, and development and their precarious effects on the socio-political and natural environment. He is deeply interested in grounding his research activities in local and indigenous knowledge and practices embedded within communities and the land. Currently, Berhanu is deeply engrossed in an ongoing artistic research endeavor delving into the concept and practices of collective mourning, viewing it as a multifaceted aesthetic, pedagogical, and political language. Berhanu is a Ph.D. In-practice Candidate at the Vienna Academy of Fine Arts. Currently, he is working between Vienna and Addis Ababa.
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https://berhanuashagrie.com/about/

Berhanu Desalegn, born in Addis Ababa in 1994, is an Ethiopian artist celebrated for his vibrant depictions of landscapes, flowers, and the natural beauty surrounding him. A graduate of the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, he completed his studies in 2019, specializing in printmaking.

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Berhanu Mokonen is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design in 1991, specializing in Painting.
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Betelhem Tadele is an Ethiopian Visual Artist. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Printmaking from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2019.

born on August 16, 2000, in Holeta, Ethiopia. She received her BA in marketing management from St. Marry University in 2022, and she also got her BA in printmaking from Addis Ababa University, Alle School of Fine Arts and Design 2023.
Bethel is a printmaker, photographer and photo model. Also she does digital art and singing. In her artworks she always wants to experiment with different techniques and different mediums. Inspiration for her creation can take various forms, experience, sound, written words, interviews , music, movies , nature…There is no end to the sensory immersion that may occupy her mind. Combining inspiration with reflection of thought and adding emotions Curiosity, impassivity, fear, passion, joy, disgust, hope, calm etc. This compulsion to articulate thinking and emotion is the fuel of her artworks. To express these ideas, she uses portrait, human figure gestural perspectives, and self-portrait , shadow photography.
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Bethlehem Molla (b. 1992) was born and raised in Addis Ababa. She is a 2016 graduate of the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design of Addis Ababa University where she received her BFA in Design. She is the founder of Dede Studio, a place where she and her friends create creative digital arts, illustrations, animations and related works. Bethlehem has won several art competitions locally and internationally. She has participated in different kinds of group exhibitions in the past three years in Ethiopia. Bethlehem is a color fanatic in making illustrations and comics.

Beyene Demie is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2012.

Biniyam Eyassu is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design in 1992, specializing in Painting.
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Birhan Agegn is an Ethiopian Visual Artist. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Print Making from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2019.

Birhane Tesfamariam is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Printmaking in 2018.

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(B.1998) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, his artistic journey began during his adolescence, inspired by his older brother. He studied painting and drawing at the Abyssinia School of Art before enrolling in the Ale School of Fine Arts and Design (ASFAD), where he specialized in printmaking. In 2022, he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts with the highest honors.
His artwork endeavors to delve into abstract concepts like the subconscious, the ethereal essence of the universe, and the relationship between patterns, textures, and memory. Moreover, his art reflects the complexity of the universe. Birhanu's approach to his craft is explorative, often experimenting with different media such as painting, woodcut, linocut, dry point print, Photography, and most frequently, silkscreen printing. His artistic practice is characterized by continual learning and researching, as he constantly seeks out and investigates new methods to incorporate into his work.
Birhanu has participated in numerous group exhibitions in Ethiopia, Romania, Turkey, and the United States. In 2023/2024, he held his debut solo exhibition, "Remembrance and Reminiscence," at Galleria Tomoca in Addis Ababa. His work has also been featured in publications such as Suboart International Art Magazine and Redeem the Generation.
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BIRTUKAN DEJENE
Birtukan Dejene, born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, proudly identifies as an Ethiopian national. Currently single, she resides in Addis Ababa, where her creative spirit finds expression. Birtukan earned her diploma in Graphic Art from the renowned All School of Fine Arts and Design, a part of Addis Ababa University, in 1996. Later, she honed her skills with a certificate in Videography, Photography, and Editing from MASTER FINE ARTS and Vocational Training Center in January 2008. Her artistic journey also includes a certificate in Graphic Design from IMAGE Computer Graphic Design School in 2014 and proficiency in the German language from GOETHE-INSTITUT Addis Ababa and AVICENNA Institute in Germany in 2008. Birtukan's educational background aligns with her passion for fine arts, a field she embraced not only academically but also by teaching Fine Arts at Nazareth School from 2001 to 2007. Specializing in oil on canvas, Birtukan's paintings exhibit a compelling blend of realistic landscapes, semi-modern figurative art, and cityscapes using an impetration style. Beyond her creative pursuits, she contributed to academia at the International Institute of Physio-Social & Ecological Research affiliated with Addis Ababa University. Birtukan's journey is a testament to her dedication to the arts and continuous pursuit of knowledge and expression.

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Biruk Adisu is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2025.

Biruk Engeda is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Painting in 2018.

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Biruk Haile is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Sculpture in 2017.

Biruk Mamo Ethiopian is an artist based in Addis Ababa. He graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design at Addis Ababa University in 2002 with a degree in Fine Art. In 2018, he further pursued studies at Addis College in Architecture and Urban Planning. His practice bridges the sensibilities of fine art and spatial design, and he now works full-time as a studio artist.
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Bisrat Tulu is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Printmaking in 2007.

As an artist, Cherinet Weldegebreal graduate of Alle School of fine arts and design, Addis Ababa University in 2004 specializing by Art education prioritizes ideas, "mulling them over before my brushes touch canvas." He believes the art of painting is a "grace-bestowed gift," and he is its "humble recipient, faithfully copying what is bestowed upon me."
Beyond the visual realm, he is also a recipient of the gift of poetry, "a treasure I truly relish." His poems traverse the spectrum of emotions, for therein lies the essence of poetic expression. "Serenity and turmoil coexist, both bearing inherent beauty." Through his paintings and poems, he manifests these convictions and sentiments, often "astonished" to find that certain works "appear detached from my own hand and pen," realizing he has "been blessed with inspiration."
His paintings, such as the renowned "Balageroch" series, "encapsulate truths, moments, joys, and hopes," serving as "a portrayal of both the present and a foreshadowing of the future." They are "born from the keen observations of the myriad beauties that grace my life’s journey."
The "Balageroch" series "simply captures the very essence of our nation, embodying the spirit of its people who are deeply connected to their homeland." These works, painted with the vibrant colors "passed down by our ancestors: green, yellow, and red," were created to "symbolize love, togetherness, and greatness." It is his "heartfelt desire that every Ethiopian finds unity under this shared banner and embraces it as a source of immense pride."
While his art is created from this profound spirit, He does not wish to confine the viewer's interpretation. "Art invites you to see it as it reveals itself to you, as you comprehend it." His work is an offering, a testament to the transformative power of divine grace and the deep-seated love of a balager for their flag and their homeland.
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Dawit Adnew's (b.1973) paintings conjure a sumptuous, dream-like idyll, where figures pose languorously in beautifully patterned dresses in gardens overflowing with luxuriant plants, flowers, and fruits. An atmosphere of perpetual calm prevails, a suggestion of twilight, where colour and pattern are sources of pure pleasure, as in Matisse or Gauguin. His practice is informed by studies in African masks and iconography, and his use of patterns and fabric emerges from his experience as a textile designer.

Dawit is based in Addis Ababa and studied at the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design. He previously practiced as a textile designer. Dawit has been included in various exhibitions in London, Addis Ababa, Kenya, and Malta.

Desta’s childhood hobby of watching the moon at night with her father, who was a gardener and a music lover, made her experience the joy of taking care of the flowers.



She was born in 1953 in Tigray, northern Ethiopia, and studied under the mentorship of the pioneering and well-known Addis Ababa Art School teachers. She was raised, in particular, under the tutelage of the renowned modern Ethiopian painter and poet Gebre Kristos, who had a significant influence on her paintings, making her one of the few Ethiopian pioneer female artists who dedicated her entire life to art. More importantly, her relationship with the internationally renowned Ethiopian modern artist Gebre Kristos was not only as a student and teacher, but also as a close friend, professional, and father. Desta speaks highly of Gebre Kristos, who gave her his personal and professional tools when he left the country he loved and immigrated to a foreign country, and she still especially treasures tools. From this, it is not difficult to understand that all is kept in her sharp memory, especially in her happiest eyes.

With the help of her former French high school teacher, her painting was sent to compete in the Shankar International Children’s Art Competition organized by the Indian Foundation in 1964. Along with her, a fellow Ethiopian participant, painter, and graphic artist Tulu Guya, was named the winner. Right after she joined the 9th grade, Princess Hirut Desta discovered Desta’s inborn talent for drawing. This paved the way for Desta to study at the Addis Ababa Fine Art School, which was established in 1957 by the well-known modern painter and art educator Alefelege Selam.

The Creative Art Center, which was established in 1963 at the former Haile Selassie I University and is now part of the current Addis Ababa University, was an active and vibrant artistic platform. Different artistic events, such as theater, poetry, music, etc., were performed and attended by prominent Ethiopian modern creative artists such as Gebre Kristos, Behailu Girma, Tsagaye Gebremedhin, and others with great artistic talent and caliber. Desta made attending these types of events her much-loved routine every Saturday. Working tirelessly in the studios became Desta’s habit. This hard work paid off when the university gave her the privilege to participate in the first young painters’ group exhibition that was held at the Creative Center. The event received wide media coverage at the time.

She was the only woman among the women who studied with her to successfully complete her studies and receive a diploma from the Addis Ababa School of Fine Arts in 1969. After getting a grant to study abroad, she earned a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts from California Lutheran University in 1973. She is diligent in her career and is known for her work in the field of public relations, serving as the head of the Department of the Ethiopian Tourism Trading Enterprise. In addition to leaving her mark on the scene of Ethiopian painting, Desta has become a symbol of strength for female painters who have followed in her footsteps.

Desta, in her long artistic practice and experience since 1970, has participated in different private and group exhibitions in Ethiopia and abroad, and her well-experienced visual art has received national and international recognition. Recently, she was bestowed the title of Laureate Artist by the current prime minister of Ethiopia. In a nutshell, Desta is widely regarded as Ethiopia’s most prominent modern and contemporary female artist.

Dagim Abebe (b. Ethiopia) is a multidisciplinary artist and cultural practitioner whose work interrogates memory, identity, and collective narratives within the evolving landscape of Ethiopian contemporary art. Through painting, drawing, curation, and critical writing, he explores the intersections of tradition and modernity, employing materiality and metaphor to bridge personal and sociopolitical histories.
Trained at the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design (Addis Ababa University), Dagim’s research-driven practice merges conceptual rigor with formal experimentation. His MFA thesis, The Gambits (2023), exemplifies this approach, deconstructing contemporary Ethiopian realities through layered visual strategies that juxtapose daily life with fragmented urban materiality. The body of work serves as a meditation on cultural metamorphosis, framed through the tactical lens of chess and game theory.
As a curator, Dagim champions printmaking and interdisciplinary practices as sites of archival resistance. His debut project, Birhanu Manaye: Woven Memories (2025, The Space Ethiopia Gallery), reimagined printmaking as a dynamic medium for preserving heritage, fostering dialogue between erasure and reclamation. His scholarly contributions, including "Curating Against the Odds: The Struggle to Sustain Ethiopia’s Art Ecosystem" (Curatorial Ethics Network, 2025) and "Bisrat Shibabaw" (Africanah.org, 2024), reflect his commitment to art as a tool for historiographic repair, centering marginalized voices in postcolonial discourse.

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Dagim Kebede is an Ethiopian industrial designer and jewelry designer. He earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in Industrial Design from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2019.

Dagmawi Amanual is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Printmaking in 2017.

Dan Girma is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Printmaking in 2023.

Daniel Abera is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University in 2025.

Daniel is from the capital city of Addis Ababa located in Ethiopia. Spectacular sceneries, adventure, and warm welcomes are just a few things that await you here. Many are drawn to the smells of the country’s culinary excellence and coffee brewing – which historically happened here first. The panorama of the region is lush and perfect for those that are attracted to mountainous landscapes. Moreover, the Simien Mountains national park is home to some of the world’s rarest breeds of monkeys and wolves.
While working towards his post graduate degrees in Sculpture and Fine Arts he discovered his signature style. Through what he perceives as the disorders, crowds, and gaps in living standards within society Daniel has found a closeness between each area that we share that he looks to capture in his works. Highlighting what may be considered as a miscommunication and misunderstanding between humanity in areas like language, culture and religion Daniel identifies the cause for barriers and conflict, which in some cases lead to greater consequences like violence and war.
In his own words: “Art and artists like myself represent a few among many in the world that can overcome differences, mostly because we use something that each of us share – the sense of sight. Whether through a painting, sculpture, photography or visual performance; anyone can form an opinion or engage with an artwork based on its appearance. I believe this sentiment is a perfect example of how we may see the same thing but appreciate it in different ways with no right or wrong conclusion. For this reason, this is what attracted me to art and design in the first place. As an artist, through my works I look to reshape the paradigm from what’s “right and wrong” to what’s “right and right”.

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Daniel Sisay is a painter based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design at Addis Ababa University in 2018, specializing in painting.

Daniel Taye was born in 1968. He studied painting at the Addis Ababa University School of Fine Arts and Design, and graduated with Distinction in 1990. He worked on the Gold Mine Documentation Project for the Ministry of Mining until 1993.
His art has been exhibited in numerous galleries throughout Ethiopia, as well as in the National Museum, Goethe Institute and Italian Cultural Institute. His work has also been showcased internationally in Holland and the United States. He currently works as an artist and resides in Addis Ababa.

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Daniel Workineh is an Ethiopian filmmaker, creative director, and Co Founder & Creative Director of RedFox Production, a full-service video and media studio based in Addis Ababa, established in 2019. A graduate of the Alle School of Fine Arts & Design at Addis Ababa University (BFA, Class of 2011), Daniel’s work spans concept development, storytelling, filming, editing, motion graphics, VFX, and brand-oriented commercial filmmaking.

Danile Beru is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Print Making in 2016.

Dariwos Hailemichael is a visual artist born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He holds a BA degree in Marketing Management from Addis Ababa University College of Commerce (2009), and a BFA degree in Sculpture from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design (2013). His work spans exhibitions and performances, exploring a wide range of experimental and socially engaged practices.
Some of his notable projects include the solo exhibition “Visual Diary” at Alliance Ethio-Française (2019), as well as participation in group exhibitions such as “Manifesto” (2018), “Revision” (2017), and “Woge” (2015). He has also presented public performances, including “moving society” (2015), “Wax and Gold” (2013), and performances at the Addis Art Fair (2014).
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Dawit Abebe (b. 1978, Ethiopia) graduated from the Alle School of Fine Art and Design, part of Addis Ababa University with a diploma in painting, sculpture, graphics, photography and industrial design in 2001. His work relies on vibrant, lively colours, which at times contradict the dark subject matter, addressing contemporary concerns about the environment, such as high-tech urbanisation and human idea of progress. In 2001, he founded the Habesha Art Studio in his native Ethiopia, where he continues to be a full-time artist-in-residence. In addition to numerous successful international exhibitions across Africa, Europe and the Middle East, Abebe has also worked with charities such as UNICEF to hold workshops for street children in Arba Minch, Jinka and Addis Ababa. 

Solo exhibitions  include (Upcoming) Barefoot (ባዶ እግር), Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, Berlin, Germany (2025);  የእጃችንን “Hands Matter”, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London, UK (2023); መጠን "The Balance of Things",  Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2022); Long Hands, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery Berlin (2021);  EDIT, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2020); Mutual Identity, Addis Fine Art Gallery, Addis Ababa (2018); Liminal in the age of Mobile-ty, 68 Projects, Berlin (2018);  “Quo Vadis?”, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2017); Volta Art Fair, with Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, Pier 90, New York (2016); Background 2, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2015); Background 1, Lela Gallery, Addis Ababa (2014) and X Privacy, Alliance Ethio-Française, Addis Ababa (2012).

Group exhibitions include (Upcoming) Insistent Presence: Contemporary African Art from the Chazen Collection, Palmer Museum, University of Pennsylvania, USA (2026); Insistent Presence: Contemporary African Art from the Chazen Collection, Carlos Museum, Emory University in Atlanta, USA (2025); Insistent Presence: Contemporary African Art from the Chazen Collection, Chazen Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin, USA (2023); 1-54 NYC, with Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, New York City, USA (2023); Uprising, Schloss Görne, Berlin, Germany (2022); 1-54 London, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery (2021); Facing the Sun, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, Schloss Görne, Germany (2021); 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, New York (2021); Devil´s in the detail, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2020); Enter Art Fair, Berlin & London (2020); Karachi Biennial (2019); 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, London (2019); Kubatana, Vestfossen Kunstlaboratorium, Norway (2019); 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, London (2018); Imago Mundi, Trieste, at Salone degli Incanti, Italy (2018); VOLTA13, Markthalle, Basel (2017); Everything Exists Now, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2017); Art Dubai, with Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, Dubai (2017); What about Africa?, Witteveen Visual Art Centre, Amsterdam (2016); Pangaea II: New Art from Africa and Latin America, Saatchi Gallery, London (2015); Concerning The Internal, at Circle Art Gallery, Nairobi (2015); Visibles/Invisibles, Fondation Blachere, Apt (2015); Trade Roots, Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery, London (2014); the display of the Habesha Art Collection at the National Museum in Addis Ababa (2014), and the touring exhibition Silver Sea Cross-Ship  (2013-14).

Highlights and Collections
In 2021 Dawit Abebe was included in publication  African Artists: From 1882 to Now, a book about Modern and Contemporary African artists, published by Phaidon. In 2019 Abebe was picked by Artnet as one of the two most important artists working out of Ethiopia today.  In 2021 Abebe received the First Place Award from the Ethiopian Ministry of Culture and in 2017 he was named “Chevalier of France Order of Arts and Letters”. Dawit Abebe has exhibited widely internationally and some of his major exhitions include Kubatana, Vestfossen Kunstlaboratorium, Norway (2019); Karachi Biennial (2019); Imago Mundi, Trieste, at Salone degli Incanti, Italy (2018) and Pangaea II: New Art from Africa and Latin America, Saatchi Gallery, London (2015). Abebe’s work is held in international private and public collections, including the Chazen Museum of Art, Wisconsin (USA), Barjeel Art Foundation (UAE), the Rema Hort Mann Foundation (US), the Saatchi Collection (UK), the Frank Cohen Collection (UK), the Carole Server and Oliver Frankel Collection (US), The Bunker Artspace Museum (US), Ilham Collection (Malaysia), the Blanchard / Nesbitt Collection (UK), the Easton Capital Collection (US) and the Fondation Gandur pour l’Art, Geneva (Switzerland).

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Dawit Geressu is an Ethiopian visual artist who graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, with a specialization in Painting in 2000.

Dawit Gossaye Mekonen is a contemporary Ethiopian visual artist based in Addis Ababa. He graduated from the Alle School of Fine Arts and Design, Addis Ababa University, in 2023. His work explores the intricate relationship between the physical and spiritual realms, inviting viewers on introspective journeys.