BIOGRAPHY

Kareem Assab was born near Tafraout, Morocco, and grew up in Casablanca. He comes from a large Berber family and spent his childhood surrounded by the rich colors and textures of Moroccan life. Kareem attended architecture school in Paris, France, and moved to San Francisco in 1989. He currently lives in Grass Valley, California, in the foothills of the Sierra Mountains. Previously, he lived for 20 years in Sonoma, California, which is well known for its wine and lush countryside. Kareem has had his own business as an architectural designer for homes and businesses in San Francisco Bay Area for many years.

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Kareem painted when he was younger but had stopped until 2007, when he started painting again using acrylics and large canvases. Kareem seeks to combine the warm, rich and exotic colors of Morocco with the beauty of California landscapes, along with elements of architecture and abstract ideas. The images he creates often tell a story of life, friendship and playfulness. He aspires to create a unique visual experience that is charming and engaging. Kareem hopes that his paintings will invite people to feel joyful.