Marie Khouri is a Canadian sculptor and public artist based in Vancouver. She is known for her large scale sculptures incorporating calligraphic and abstract forms. Her work includes public installations in Canada and internationally.
Khouri was born in Cairo, Egypt, and spent her early life in the Middle East and Europe before settling in Vancouver, Canada. She studied the arts and sculpture in Paris at the École du Louvre.
Before her career as an artist, she worked as a language interpreter and in finance.
Khouri's career in sculpting began after she moved to Vancouver. Her work developed across both sculpture and design, including jewellery and functional objects.
She has over 25 public installations located in Canada and internationally. These works are commonly commissioned by developers for civic spaces, transportation projects, and architectural settings.
Notable works include:
Some of Khouri’s work draws from calligraphy and makes references to language. These sculptural works use flowing shapes that are influenced by Arabic handwriting.
Other works are designed to function as large seating areas and gathering spaces, emphasizing public use.
Khouri’s work has been presented in exhibitions and in public art galleries in Canada. Her installation I Love was showcased at the Vancouver Art Gallery between 2022 and 2023. It has also been exhibited internationally, including in France and Egypt.
Khouri’s art work can be found in public and institutional collections, including municipal public art programs and transportation authorities in Canada.