Jordana Hanono is a 20-year-old Syrian artist whose passion for art ignited at a young age. From the moment she first picked up a paintbrush, she knew that painting would become an integral part of her life. Hanono’s artistic pursuits led her to the School of Visual Arts. During her time there, she participated in a nude drawing and painting class, a formative experience that deeply influenced her artistic vision and led to her delicate exploration of the female form in much of her work today. Currently, Jordana attends Hunter College, where she continues to pursue her passion for art.

The onset of the global pandemic brought unforeseen challenges, but Hanono found creative opportunity within the confines of quarantine. Seizing the extra time, she committed herself to painting daily, transforming her living space into a sanctuary of creativity. This intense period of exploration expanded her artistic range, spanning from nude art and realism to pop art and abstract expressionism. She often incorporates unconventional materials such as diamond dust, gold foil, pearls, studs, Swarovski crystals, wood, and plaster, emphasizing texture and dimension in her pieces.

In addition to her painting practice, Jordana now designs and creates conceptual furniture, often working on a large scale. Her sculptural works and functional designs reflect the same emotional depth and craftsmanship as her paintings, exploring form, material, and personal narrative. Hanono hopes to display her sculpture/ furniture work on a large public scale in the near future.