Kristel Bechara

Born in Lebanon and based in Dubai, Kristel Bechara is an award-winning contemporary artist. Recognised for her dynamic patterns and expressive colours, Kristel’s artworks consist of the revolutionary creation of photographic imagery using oil, acrylic, and giclée to portray the human condition. Her artistic process involves creating stencil-like drawings that are combined with modern mixed-media lines to form multi-layered fantasy paintings.

Kristel has also gained recognition as a pioneer of NFT art in the Middle East. Inspired by the world of cryptocurrencies, her digital paintings have been the subject of much critical acclaim. Kristel’s work has been displayed around the world with great appreciation, especially from galleries in Tokyo, Milano, Brussels, and France. She has also received the UAE Resident Artist Award at the 2018 World Art Dubai for her collection, Beauty in Diversity.