Nour Alkhatib

Nour Alkhatib an American-Palestinian interdisciplinary artist and clothing designer who was born and raised in Fort Worth,Texas, who also spent four years of her life in Jordan. Growing up in two different countries has influenced her work and given it a distinctive layered effect.

Alkhatib likes to approach her work in a non-traditional and free-flowing way, often using natural fibers and exaggerated silhouettes. Alkhatib’s experiences significantly influence her work. She is heavily inspired by her Palestinian heritage as well as her childhood, the feeling of nostalgia, family, cultural identity and worldbuilding which continue to be at the heart of her work. Using traditional symbols and patterns, and non-traditional mediums to illustrate these ideas.

Nour alkhatib's work frequently draws on cultural knowledge and intergenerational practices, and she aims to invite members of her family and community into her process. Despite Alkhatib’s background in clothing, she sees herself as a multifaceted individual who finds beauty in many things.Alkhatib’s current work and research focus on Palestinian Embroidery (Tatreez: An intricate form of Palestinian embroidery) and Palestinian textiles, while also studying other Palestinian sewing techniques. Alkhatib’s goal is to seamlessly integrate the intricate art of ‘Tatreez’ and other forms of Palestinian craft into her work, infusing pieces with a harmonious fusion of the traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design. She is constantly trying out new mediums which usually complement one another.