Maldives
Hassan Raaif Si raj, born and raised in a family of 4. He has been involved in the art and creative field ever since he was a toddler, achieving top places in art competitions and exhibitions. he started his official art career at the age of 16. He also has won 6th place globally from art in GCE o’level. After O’levels he worked as an art teacher for MMAC (maldives music and arts center). After his A’levels he has worked in multiple resorts and galleries under a private company for more than 3 years. This is where he has gained the most knowledge and experience. Recently his biggest project was the collaboration with MAC and Rinbudhoo council which involved in painting the island’s main road and making it a “tourist highway”. He continues to do freelance and commissioned works to this day.