ahlam

Ahlam Al-Qaissi is a contemporary jewelry and shoe designer born in Palestine, Jerusalem in 1984. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Birzeit University (2007) and a Bachelor's degree in Jewelry and Fashion Design from the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design (2023). She works part-time as a teaching assistant for several practical and theoretical courses at Bezalel Academy of Art and Design.

She has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. These accolades include the Special Glasswear Design Award in 2022,  The Rashbel Prize for Outstanding Academic Excellence in 2021, and the Romy Shapiro Prize for Judaica in 2019. 

What truly distinguishes Ahlam is her unique artistic vision, which transcends mere aesthetics to explore the realms of political and social commentary, as well as enhancing the human experience. Her art frequently delves into themes of identity, social justice, and cultural diversity, reflecting her commitment to using art as a tool for empowerment and change. Ahlam seamlessly combines the precision and attention to detail of jewelry  and accessories craftsmanship with the world of art, resulting in hybrid designs or jewelry that transcends traditional boundaries in form, mechanism, and function, often serving protective and therapeutic purposes. Her design style is characterized by simplicity, emphasizing the use of natural materials or recycled materials and integrating craftsmanship with technology in a manner that respects both human values and the environment.