DAS WEINENDE MEER (2020) Painting by Mido Hussein

Abdelhamid Hussein, known by his artistic alias Mido Hussein, is an Austrian-Egyptian abstract artist and writer residing in Vienna, Austria. His work is deeply influenced and inspired by American abstract expressionists and his studies of Greek mythology, which he sees as a way to visualize his own vivid memories.

Mido Hussein's creative pursuits span both art and literature. He is not only an accomplished abstract artist but also a poet and novelist. His unique ability to blend these disciplines allows him to express his multifaceted artistic vision through both visual and written forms.

He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Cairo University and went on to complete his Master’s and PhD in Drama at the University of Vienna. Since the early 1980s, Mido Hussein has been based in Vienna, where he has published various literary works, contributing significantly to the cultural landscape.

Mido Hussein's paintings serve as a reflection of his streaming memories, combining influences from American abstract expressionism and classical mythology to create works that are rich in emotional and intellectual depth. Through his art and literature, he invites audiences to explore the intricate connections between memory, myth, and expression.

• Nationality: AUSTRIA
• Date of birth : 1958
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• Groups: Contemporary Austrian Artists