Portrait or artwork by Mohamed Elassiji

Biography

Mohamed Elassiji (25 years old) is a visual artist, art trainer, and art workshop facilitator, holding the Professional Artist Card (obtained in August 2025). He is currently enrolled in a Master's program in "Philosophy and Critical Practices". His career combines visual creation, aesthetic research, educational transmission, and cultural action.

Artistic Approach

His experience covers the creation of visual artworks, the production of murals, the facilitation of workshops for various audiences, the organization of exhibitions, and participation in educational, community, cultural, and social projects. His approach aims to transmit artistic techniques, stimulate creativity, support visual expression, and promote critical thinking through art.

Experience & Recognition

  • Fine arts teaching assistant, Al Mada Art Academy (since October 2025).
  • Co-founder and secretary general, Anamel Association for Art and Culture (since 2024).
  • 2nd regional prize winner, National Visual Arts Prize, Marrakech-Safi stage (January 18, 2026).
  • Regional jury member, Visual Arts Competition, Regional Directorate of National Education Marrakech-Safi (March 16, 2026).
  • Artistic facilitator, World Art Day at the Ennassim Day Psychotherapeutic Center, Ibn Nafis Hospital (April 15, 2026).
  • Psychosocial support through art in post-earthquake zones in Marrakech and Al Haouz (September 2023).

Education

  • Master's degree in Philosophy and Critical Practices, FLSH Marrakech (since October 2024).
  • Certificate in Art Education, Ali Zaoua Foundation, Tangier (January-February 2026).
  • Bachelor's degree in Philosophy, FLSH Marrakech (2023).
    Thesis: The influence of philosophy in art through its use in artistic paintings.
  • Visual Arts education, EEEF School, Marrakech (2017-2020).

Artistic & Technical Skills

Visual Arts

Painting on canvas (watercolor, acrylic, oil), artistic drawing, visual expression, calligraphy and decorative arts, visual composition, murals.

Pedagogy & Mediation

Facilitating and guiding workshops, fine arts training, designing artistic and community projects, aesthetic and critical analysis.

Digital Tools

Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, CorelDRAW, Krita, Procreate, Canva, Premiere Pro, Filmora, CapCut.