Our Story 

Founder's Bio

NADA ODEH
Curator & Designer – Buffalo, New York, USA

Nada Odeh is a visual artist, curator, and educator with a strong focus on community-centered arts and cultural work. She is the founder of Nada’s Picassos, an art education initiative centered on color theory and art history for learners of all ages.

Nada holds an M.A. in Museum Studies from Syracuse University and a B.F.A. in Visual Communication from Damascus University. She is a proud graduate of the Jusoor Higher Education Program for Syrian women, 100 Syrian Women, 10,000 Lives, and was a 2023–2024 Fellow at the Intercultural Leadership Institute.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Nada has curated and designed exhibitions and educational programs in institutions across Syria, the UAE, and the United States. Her work includes collaborations with prestigious galleries, museums, and international art fairs such as Art Dubai, Abu Dhabi Art, and the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Collaborator

NOURA CHARAF
Architect, Lighting Designer & Interior Designer – Stockholm, Sweden

Noura Charaf is an award-winning architectural engineer and accomplished photographer, with extensive experience in architecture, urban planning, and sustainable design. She brings a visionary approach to creating spaces that promote well-being and respond to the evolving needs of diverse users. Noura excels in leading multicultural teams of designers and engineers, translating artistic vision into impactful, human-centered environments.

Our Vision

To be recognized for setting the highest standards in curatorial, educational, and collections-based solutions—transforming existing institutional resources into meaningful and sustainable cultural experiences.

Our Mission

To support and empower the art community by activating the full potential of institutional resources. We create transformative experiences that connect, inspire, and uplift through the power of art and culture.

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