Riad Shaar

Riad Shaar (b. 1966, Salamiyah, Syria) is a Syrian visual artist known for his expressive and emotive figurative work. A graduate of the Institute of Fine Arts in Hama (1988), his style blends abstraction with realism, capturing the human condition through layered compositions and rich color palettes. He has participated in exhibitions across Syria, France, Spain, and Lebanon, with plans for a solo exhibition in Damascus. His work stands as a tribute to life, color, and resilience.