Our Community

Sama Hesham

I am 23 years old and graduated in 2023 with a degree in Languages and Translation, specializing in Chinese. Currently, I work as an editorial executive at one of the largest creative agencies in Egypt and the Middle East. My aspiration is to become a writer, and I strive to learn something new every day. I have a strong interest in acquiring new skills and exploring various activities. Although I consider myself an outdoors person, I can be quite shy and anxious at first. One of my core motivations is to bring joy to others and help them learn something new. This desire to create positive experiences is what drives me to identify as a maker.

Ali Hamdy El-Kashef

​I am a maker with a specialization in STEM education. Over the past four years, I’ve had the opportunity to work with thousands of students and trainers worldwide through various training sessions and competitions. I have also collaborated with institutions in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to develop educational curricula. All of this has led me to create and present educational programs, both through television shows and recorded content, targeting different age groups.

Ahmed Amin

My studies are in linguistics, while my passion and work lie in design and manufacturing. I am interested in craftsmanship and its relationship to the arts, and in merging heritage with technology, while preserving the environment and cultural identity. I have presented numerous courses and workshops on crafts and arts such as carpentry, recycling, and agriculture. I have worked in various fields which has given me extensive experience in manufacturing and design.

Nada Sayed Abdelhelim

I am a civil and environmental engineer who has also pursued independent studies in fine arts. I have participated in 12 group exhibitions in visual arts, including mural painting and photography. I have contributed to the set design of a short film, directed a short film and a music video. I hold a diploma in cultural development from Cairo University and have conducted over 150 workshops and events in arts education, designing their content in collaboration with civil society organizations. I have been working in the civil society sector for ten years and founded the Tram initiative, which focuses on integrating nature, the environment, and heritage.

Nadia Olaby

I'm Nadia, I studied Graphic design. I have always been in love with all types of art. You will find me always willing to explore and try new things. My dream was to have my very own global brand since I was a kid inspired by Sanrio.

I first got introduced the the making industry in 2018 through Maker Faire Cairo and it has been a great journey ever since.

Marwa Hassan

I love doing art in all its forms and how I can use the available capabilities in my environment to convey a message or make a change around me.

Sara Tarek Anwar

I'm Sarah Tarek, a visual artist who graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Helwan University. I'm currently pursuing a master's degree in art criticism and appreciation at the same university. I'm particularly interested in textiles and their intersections with technology and digital fabrication.

I attended the Maker Diploma in 2022 to deepen my understanding of digital fabrication and how it can enhance my textile-based artwork.

Recently, I completed a production-based residency at the Digital Expression Foundation, focusing on a project that merged textiles, technology, and art. Following this, I launched my own venture called 'fabric and stuff,' which produces eco-friendly fabric bags with designs inspired by Cairo and its people.

I believe my strength lies in my diverse skill set, which allows me to approach projects from various angles. I consider myself a maker because I utilize traditional craftsmanship to create contemporary products using eco-friendly materials

Hamza Mahmoud

I Am Hamza Mahmoud , a 16 year old student who loves DIY projects since I was  6 years old. Now I invent DIY toys and games using different materials with and without electronic components in really simple methods, and I upload them on my Social Media platforms to encourage everyone even children to create games from simple ways! 

Sohaila Mohsen

I'm a visual arts teacher who instructs high school students following the American Diploma Program. I have a deep passion for art and am dedicated to developing my students' skills, both in theory and practice. I focus particularly on sculpture, printmaking, and painting. I also run a personal project called 'Puzmarq' where I design and sell high-quality wooden products targeting middle to upper-class customers. Besides teaching and art, I'm keen on developing my entrepreneurial skills by taking online courses. I always strive to be prepared for new activities that can enrich my students' experiences.

Sofana Albahi

I graduated with a BSc. of Pharmacy and Biotechnology in the year 2012. I have always been passionate about a myriad of things: art and crafts, science, and literature. I consider myself lucky to have worked in nearly all of these, and many times even in jobs that mix some of these together.
I am now an English editor, translator specialized in scientific texts (En-Ar, Ar-En), and a still-learning artist. I've worked in different positions and industries the past 12 years, the last 4 of which were managerial, and these are all what made me into who I am today.
I feed on creativity and it's the common thing between the unique jobs I worked in. I love making things and seeing beauty in them.