Elias Akleh’s exhibition history traces a continuous dialogue between cultures, emotions, and forms.
From Nazareth to New York, Florence, and Berlin, his works have been presented in renowned international venues, reflecting a vision that transcends geography and language. Each exhibition marks a stage in his exploration of humanity’s connection to nature, light, and the unseen forces shaping identity and existence.
UPCOMING
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
No Upcoming Solo Exhibition
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
- Nov – Contemporary Art Rome, Rossocinabro Gallery, Rome, Italy
OTHER EVENTS
No Upcoming Events
LONG TERM CONTRACT
- Bethlehem gate gallery, Palestine
- Parcus gallery – to become
EXHIBITIONS
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2021,”Nazarene Impressions“, Elsebat association and museum, (opening of the gallery of the Palestinian heritage museum in Nazareth).
2018,”Nazarene Impressions“, Institut français de Nazareth
2014 “Impression“, Sodfe gallery, Nazareth
2010,”palettes from memory“, Nazareth cultural Center, Mahmud darwish gallery, Nazareth
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2025
- Nov – Contemporary Art Rome, Rossocinabro Gallery, Rome, Italy
- Oct – The Sublime Essence of Light and Darkness, XV Florence Biennale, Fortezza da Basso, Florence, Italy
- Aug – Bethlehem Gate Gallery Exhibition, Athens, Greece
- Jun – Secret Spaces, Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello, Venice, Italy
2024
- Apr – New York Art Exhibition, Pier 36, Lower Manhattan, New York, USA
- Feb – BBA Art Prize, Kühlhaus Berlin, Germany
2023
- Jun – Bethlehem Gate Exhibition, Bethlehem, Palestine
- May – Personal Matters, AJAQ Collective, The Social Space Gallery, Tel Aviv, Israel
2021
- Nov – I, She and We, The Art Oasis Gallery, Neve Shalom – Wahat al-Salam, Israel
- Aug – Swiss Art Expo, Zurich Main Station, SBB Event Hall, Zurich, Switzerland
- Aug – Confusion, The Art Oasis Gallery, Neve Shalom – Wahat al-Salam, Israel
2019
- Nov – The Newcomer in My Homeland, Al-Rida Art Space, Nazareth, Israel
2018
- Sep – Gaudí Gallery, García de Paredes, Madrid, Spain
- Jul – Palais des Festivals et des Congrès, Cannes, France
- Mar – Strico Art Exhibition (Armory Art Weeks), New York, USA
2017
- Jun – Jean Tinguely “Luminator” Exhibition, EuroAirport Event Space, Basel, Switzerland
- Feb – Palestinian Impressions, Nazart Gallery, Nazareth, Israel
- Feb – My Store in My Hometown, Umm al-Fahm, Israel
2016
- Oct – From Nazareth to Jerusalem, Life Gallery, East Jerusalem
- Dec – Pratinsel Art Event, Munich, Germany
- Oct – Allianz Arena, Munich, Germany
2015
- Nazareth Artists, Dara Art Gallery, Nazareth, Israel
2013 – 2012
- Multicultural, Group Exhibitions with No Limit Foundation, Taybeh Gallery; Ein Hod; Beit HaNe’ima, Haifa, Israel
2011 – 2009
- Nazareth Artists, House of Culture and Art, Nazareth, Israel
- World of the Mirror, Acre Theater and Gallery, Acre, Israel
- The Language of Art Festival, Nazareth, Israel
- Nazareth College of Arts, Nazareth, Israel
PRESS
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- PALESTINIAN CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
- ASHAMS
- ALARAB
- ALARAB
- PANET
- SONARA
AWARDS & HONORS
Elias Akleh has been recognized internationally for his artistic excellence and contribution to contemporary art. His works have earned distinctions such as the Artistic Excellence Award and the Honorable Mention Award from the Circle Foundation for the Arts, celebrating his creative vision among artists worldwide. In 2025, he received the Special Commendation from the President at the XV Florence Biennale, one of the most prestigious international art events. These honors reflect his continual pursuit of depth, innovation, and emotional resonance within his artistic journey.
2025 – President’s Special Commendation, XV Florence Biennale – International Biennale of Contemporary Art, Fortezza da Basso, Florence, Italy.
2025 – Recognized for outstanding contribution to contemporary Mixed Media Art.
2024 – Artistic Excellence Award, Circle Foundation for the Arts, Lyon, France.
2018 – Honorable Mention Award*, Circle Foundation for the Arts, Lyon, France.
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