Cattle Grazing Near Ancient Walls, 2011

Ammar Khamash (born 1960, Jordan) is a multidisciplinary Jordanian artist renowned for his work as a painter, architect, and designer. Khamash’s artistic practice is deeply informed by his background in architecture and his profound engagement with the landscapes and cultural heritage of Jordan. His paintings often depict the arid terrains, ancient ruins, and subtle color palettes of the Middle East, rendered with a distinctive sensitivity to light and texture. Khamash’s approach blends traditional techniques with contemporary sensibilities, resulting in works that are both evocative and rooted in place.

Khamash has exhibited his work in several notable institutions, including the Jordan National Gallery of Fine Arts and Darat al Funun in Amman, where he has held solo and group exhibitions. His art has also been featured in regional and international exhibitions, contributing to his reputation as a leading figure in the contemporary art scene of the Arab world. In addition to his institutional presence, Khamash’s works have appeared at major auction houses such as Christie’s, where his paintings have attracted attention from collectors interested in modern and contemporary Middle Eastern art. Through his multifaceted career, Ammar Khamash continues to shape the cultural landscape of Jordan and the broader region.