Feras Shaheen’s art practice spans across performance, semiotics, street dance and digital media. Shaheen was born in Dubai to Palestinian parents and moved to Sydney at the age of 11. Drawing from his Hip Hop dance background as well as Palestinian cultural dance traditions, Shaheen traverses different roles within the arts, working as a performer, teacher, choreographer and digital artist. He holds a Bachelor in Design from Western Sydney University (2013) and in addition to his artistic practice works as a freelance graphic designer, photographer and videographer.

In his own creative development, Shaheen is currently focusing on applying his street dance knowledge within contemporary dance and art practices. Feras is also a member of Encounter, Marrugeku, Buggy Bumpers Crew, Groove Therapy Agency, Cultural Renegades and Klappsquad.