Shereen Quttaineh, an Amman-based mixed media artist and art educator, creates deeply personal works that blend contemporary textile art with printing techniques. A graduate of Yarmouk University with a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, she spent 22 years teaching art before transitioning into a full-time art practice. Her work is characterized by its intuitive, playful nature, often incorporating reclaimed fabrics, embroidery, painting, and collage in a meditative process that balances anxiety and peace.

For Quttaineh, art has always been a natural extension of her life. Growing up, she was inspired by her mother’s love for sewing and textiles, often repurposing scraps into creations for her dolls. While her interest in embroidery emerged gradually, it wasn’t until the quiet of the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic that textiles became a central focus in her practice. Limited by the availability of materials during that time, Quttaineh began working almost exclusively with repurposed fabrics and unconventional materials like fused plastic bags and netting from water bottles. Sustainability remains a core value, with her work transforming discarded items into treasures, offering a second life to scraps donated by friends and strangers alike.

Her creations range from gallery-displayed artworks to wearable pieces like bags, jackets, earrings, and lampshades, making her art accessible while maintaining its uniqueness—no two pieces are ever alike. Inspired by Jordan’s natural landscapes, Quttaineh draws from the intricate textures of spring foliage and the golden, dried thistles of the summer months, translating their raw beauty into her layered, tactile works. This organic, intuitive approach extends to her broader outlook on life and art, as she embraces creativity without the pressure of rigid planning. From stitching in her paintings to developing jewelry-making skills, Quttaineh allows her work to evolve naturally, believing in creating what feels right and letting it lead to new opportunities.