SUMMARY INFO

Highly accomplished and dedicated Iconographer and Graphic Designer with a Master’s degree in Graphic Design and extensive specialized training in iconography. I have a proven ability to create significant religious art and design projects, including prominent church commissions and national initiatives, alongside a strong background in brand development and digital media. I’m seeking to leverage my artistic expertise, project management, and communication skills in challenging and impactful roles.

EXPERIENCE

Art Director & Social Media Specialist | Maronite Patriarchate – Bkerke, Lebanon 2024 – Present

Founder & Director | Vibrand Studio | Lebanon March 2022 – Present

• Website: www.vibrandstudio.com
• Established and lead Vibrand Studio, specializing in:
  • Branding & Art Direction
  • Website Development
  • Photography & Video Production
  • Social Media Management
• Oversee all aspects of studio operations and project delivery for diverse clients.

Freelance Iconographer & Graphic Designer | Lebanon 2006 – Present

Iconography Projects

Wrote the Saint Ilige icon for a procession, following Maronite rite traditions.

October 2018 – 2020: Iconography Workshops and Courses: Completed intensive iconography training at the “Iconographiste” atelier in Kfarmashoun, Jbeil, under the supervision of Sister Therese al Chayeb from the Congregation of the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Sacrament.

2024-2025: Saint Charbel Church, Qatar

Designed colored glass for the Saint Charbel Church in Qatar.

February 11, 2024: Our Lady of Graces Cathedral, Nicosia, Cyprus

Created the holy icon of ‘Our Lady of Ilige’, which was presented by H.E. Msgr. Selim Sfeir to the President and First Lady of the Republic of Cyprus during the Feast of Saint Maron.

April 23, 2024: Saint George Icon for Beirut

Wrote the icon of Saint George, the patron saint of Beirut, under the supervision of the Episcopal Commission for Justice and Peace. The icon reflects the saint’s journey of faith and advocacy for humanity, inspiring meditation on working for the common good, justice, and peace.

July 10, 2023: Saint Charbel Church, Perth, Western Australia

Wrote icons of Saint Charbel and Saint Ilige for the opening of the first Maronite Catholic Church in Western Australia and the consecration of its altar.

July 14, 2023: Mar Charbel Church, Ehden

Executed the digital design of icons for Mar Charbel Church, Ehden, in a collaborative painting work with the Nuns of the Carmelite Monastery of the Mother of God and Unity – Harissa.

August 15, 2021: Our Lady’s Church, Abeydat

Wrote and had blessed the Icon of the Mother of God, Our Lady of Al-Wataya, placed in Our Lady’s Church in Abeydat. This icon commemorates the hermits of Mar Semaan Monastery and Wadi Abeydat and their devotion to the Virgin Mary.

2021: Pope Francis Visit to Cyprus

Wrote the Saint Ilige icon for a procession, following Maronite rite traditions.

Graphic Design Projects

• 2021: Pope Francis Visit to Cyprus
  • Prepared branding materials for the Pope Francis visit to Cyprus.

EDUCATION

Master I in Graphic Design University of the Holy Spirit of Kaslik (USEK) | Kaslik, Lebanon

High School Diploma Collège des Sœurs des Saints Cœurs (SSCC) | Jbeil, Lebanon

SKILLS

Iconography:
Maronite Iconography, Traditional Icon Writing, Digital Icon Design, Liturgical Art

Graphic Design:
Branding & Identity, Art Direction, Website Design

Digital Media:
Social Media Management, Photography, Video Production

Project Management:
Artistic Commissions, Collaborative Projects, Studio Operations