Fountain Valley · Est. 2026

A Space for Arab Stories, Artists & Ideas.

HAFA Art Studio is a creative cultural space in California dedicated to Arab cinema, storytelling, and the artists shaping what comes next.

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About the Studio

"We believe Arab stories deserve more than a footnote. They deserve a stage."

HAFA Art Studio is a creative initiative dedicated to supporting Arab filmmakers, writers, artists, podcasters, and cultural voices — providing space for collaboration, experimentation, meaningful conversations, and community.

Filmmaker at work

What We Do

Programs

Film Screenings

Film Screenings

Curated cinema from the Arab world and diaspora — followed by conversation.

Workshops & Residencies

Workshops & Residencies

Hands-on programs for emerging filmmakers, writers, and visual artists.

Podcasts & Conversations

Podcasts & Conversations

Long-form dialogue on culture, identity, and the creative process.

Artist & Filmmaker Programs

Artist & Filmmaker Programs

Mentorship, development, and production support for Arab creatives.

Community Events

Community Events

Gatherings that bring artists, audiences, and ideas into the same room.

On the Calendar

Upcoming Events

Open Screening: New Arab Cinema

August 9, 2026

Open Screening: New Arab Cinema

Fountain Valley, CA

A curated evening of short films from emerging Arab filmmakers, followed by an open discussion with the directors.

Screenwriting Workshop: Finding Your Voice

August 23, 2026

Screenwriting Workshop: Finding Your Voice

Fountain Valley, CA

A one-day intensive workshop exploring personal narrative, structure, and the craft of writing stories that matter.

From the Studio

Latest Stories

On Making Films Outside the System: A Conversation with Reem Al-Faisal

Interview

On Making Films Outside the System: A Conversation with Reem Al-Faisal

The Saudi photographer and filmmaker on independence, patience, and why the margins are where the real work happens.

July 2026

What We Watched: Reflections on the Spring Screening Series

Screening

What We Watched: Reflections on the Spring Screening Series

June 2026

Episode 12: The Archive as Act of Resistance

Podcast

Episode 12: The Archive as Act of Resistance

June 2026

Join Us

Get Involved

Submit Your Work

Share your film, script, podcast, or project with our curatorial team.

Partner With Us

Collaborate with HAFA as an institutional, creative, or community partner.

Join Our Community

Connect with Arab creatives, attend events, and be part of the conversation.

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