Oussama Baalbakī: Bridging Painting and Photography’s Spectral Dialogue Lebanese painter oussama baalbaki emerged from Beirut in 1978, establishing himself as a distinctive voice within contemporary art. His artistic journey began with a bachelor of fine arts degree from Lebanese University's Institute of Fine Arts in 2002, marking the genesis of his exploration into blending traditional painting techniques with photographic elements—a deliberate fusion that challenges conventional boundaries and elevates his compositions beyond mere representation. Baalbaki’s distinctive style is character…