About
David Najib Kasir is a Milwaukee-based contemporary oil painter and muralist whose work delves into personal narratives and cultural history, particularly focusing on the Middle East. Born in Chicago to a Syrian mother and Iraqi father, his art often incorporates traditional Arab designs called Zellige to depict the beauty and tragedy of families striving to preserve their culture amidst conflict. Kasir holds a BFA in painting from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design and has been creating art full-time for over 20 years.
