

ABOUT
I am a multidisciplinary designer and a visual artist who graduated from the Interior Design department at The Canadian LaSalle College.
My initial professional experiences began at architectural firms, where I had the opportunity to work on designing various architectural projects. These projects included residential and commercial spaces, facades as well as TV sets and custom furniture designs.
Over time, my passion for art, design, and photography led me to explore beyond architecture. Through self-directed learning, I mastered various tools, which allowed me to participate in and win several international contests. These experiences connected me with clients around the world who valued my ability to create visual identities that captured the essence of their brands.
My creative process is also deeply influenced by my academic background in Biology and Geology. The organic forms, fluidity, and complexity of natural systems continue to amaze me and subtly inform the aesthetics and concepts behind much of my work.
As an artist and photographer, I’ve exhibited my work in numerous exhibitions and have received several awards recognizing both the emotional depth and technical strength of my pieces.
Beyond my design and artistic practice, I am a certified art coach. I’ve led creative workshops for individuals and groups, both in-person and at renowned art festivals, guiding participants through processes of self-expression, experimentation, and personal transformation through art.
Whether I'm designing a brand, curating a visual narrative, or facilitating a creative session, my work is rooted in a desire to inspire, connect, and empower, using creativity as a bridge between people, ideas, cultures and emotions.
Vision & Mission
I believe that creativity holds the power to heal, connect, and transform. I see art and design not just as visual expressions, but as tools to serve people emotionally, culturally, and spiritually. In an age where everything moves fast and technology often overshadows human touch, I’m deeply committed to preserving cultural heritage and traditional stories through my creative practice. I aim to bridge the past and future, using storytelling, symbolism, and my creative journey to keep meaningful histories alive while creating space for reflection and connection.AWARDS
Winning Dubai Culture Public Art Award
Category: Art Installation
Work: Birds of Peace
Year: 2025
Issuer: World Art Dubai and Dubai Culture & Arts Authority
Country: UAE
Winning Photo (First place)
Category: Photography
Work: HOME IS WHERE YOU SEE YOURSELF
Year: 2020
Issuer: Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (SHUROOQ), Maraya Center and British council
Country: UAE
Winning Art
Category: Mixed Media Painting
Work: Heal the Earth
Year: 2020
Issuer: ART4YOU Gallery
Country: UAE / InternationalWinning Design (First place)
Category: Branding/Logo Design
Work: Express Color logo
Year: 2011
Issuer: Express Color, San Francisco, USA
Country: InternationalWinning Design (First place)
Category: Branding/Logo Design
Work: EarthGuard Environmental logo
Year: 2011
Issuer: EarthGuard Environmental
Country: International
Winning Design (First place)
Category: Branding/Logo Design
Work: RestoInsight logo
Year: 2011
Issuer: RestoInsight
Country: International
FINALISTS & NOMINATIONS
Finalist + Exhibition at the International Photography Festival, Trieste Photo Days 2026
Category: Urban Photography
Subject: Spaces
Work: Dunes
Year: 2026
Issuer: Urban Photo Awards by Trieste International Photography Festival
Country: InternationalFinalist (25th place out of 100 finalists, out of 3200 participation) + Exhibition in Dubai Design District, BinGhatti International Photography Competition 2025
Category: Architectural Photography
Work: Soaring high
Year: 2025
Issuer: BinGhatti, UAE-based holding
Country: UAE / International
Finalist - 10th Annual International Photography Contest Design - Top 10 Sharjah Photographer | Top 35 UAE Photographers | Top 70 BLACK & WHITE nomination, out of 112771 participation
Category: Photography
Subject: Black and White
Year: 2026
Issuer: 35Awards
Country: International
Finalist - 11th Annual International Photography Contest Design - Top 10 Sharjah Photographer | Top 35 UAE Photographers | Top 300 MOTION nomination, out of 112600 participation
Category: Photography
Subject: Motion
Year: 2026
Issuer: 35Awards
Country: International
Finalist - Express Photography Contest Design - Top 24% best photos, out of 20747 participating photographers
Category: Photography
Subject: Lonely objects
Year: 2026
Issuer: 35Awards
Country: International
Finalist - Top 100 out of 1449 participation
Category: Photography
Subject: Sport Photography
Year: 2026
Issuer: TPA - Top Photo Awards
Country: International
Finalist - Top 100 out of 1924 participation
Category: Photography
Subject: Urban Architectural Photography
Year: 2026
Issuer: TPA - Top Photo Awards
Country: International
Finalist - Bag Design by FENDI
Category: Fashion accessories Design
Work: FENDI handbag inspired by Moroccan Art
Year: 2012
Issuer: FENDI and L'Officiel Maroc
Country: Italy / Morocco
Finalist
Category: Branding/Logo Design
Work: Extraordinary Community logo
Year: 2012
Issuer: Extraordinary Community
Country: International
Finalist
Category: Branding/Logo Design
Work: Internet ABCs.com logo
Year: 2012
Issuer: Internet ABCs.com
Country: International
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