Mostafa Mahdy is an art director, illustrator, and storyteller with a passion for crafting visually compelling narratives. As the art director of Samaka Studio, Mostafa has played a key role in shaping the studio’s distinctive animation style and bringing bold, culturally resonant stories to life.

Since 2015, Mostafa has collaborated with leading studios in Egypt and beyond, contributing to animated series, films, and advertisements that push creative boundaries. In addition to commercial work, Mostafa illustrates children’s books for publishers worldwide, using vibrant and expressive visuals to engage young audiences.

At SAC25, Mostafa Mahdy will walk through the creative process of character design, sharing techniques for developing distinctive and expressive characters. Drawing from years of industry experience, Mostafa will demonstrate how to bring ideas to life with strong visual storytelling.